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South
Dakota Snakes
Snakes are probably the most
misunderstood animals in the world. Although
it is important
to realize the potential danger of some
species, we need not fear or hate these limbless reptiles. Leave snakes alone,
and they will likely leave you alone.
Snakes are normally timid and
secretive. When approached, they usually remain quiet to avoid detection. They
may try to escape if given an opportunity. Only when frightened or
cornered will they stand their ground. Reptiles are valuable animals that
play an important environmental role by eating insects and rodents. Many species
face extinction because of man’s persistent use of pesticides and destruction
of large areas of habitat that these animals require to survive. Snakes are
beneficial to people, but people are seldom beneficial to snakes!
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