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Amazing snakes
An ambush hunter that
lurks beneath the surface
In the deserts of southern Africa the sand can
feel as hot as lava. To overcome living in such
a harsh environment, the Peringuey’s adder
buries itself beneath the surface. By doing this,
it gives the snake much needed respite from
the scorching heat, as the sand below the top
layer is much cooler. It also means it can stay
hidden and ambush unsuspecting prey.
© Alamy; Corbis; NaturePL; FLPA
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