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It's about the spider-tailed snake, an endemic reptile that has developed an exceptional ability to attract its prey. Its tail, shaped and with movements that mimic a spider, acts as the perfect bait. By moving it subtly, it tricks small animals into believing that they are in front of a vulnerable spider, which makes them approach without suspicion. Once the prey gets close enough, the snake wastes no time: it uses its speed and precision to capture its target. This behavior, completely unique in the animal world, is yet another example of how nature creates surprising and complex survival strategies. A true master of deception in the animal kingdom!