Why Do Hognose Snakes Play Dead? - Reptiles Magazine

If predators are able to smell or detect the presence of toad toxins coming off the snakes in some way|!!| that might contribute to a successful deterrent.

Western Hognose Snake ( Heterodon nasicus ) Shadow

Kansas Herpetofaunal Atlas

Why Do Hognose Snakes Play Dead? – Reptilinks

The acting skills of this snake might help her escape certain death

Reptiles - Want a free copy of John R. Berry's excellent book, Designer-Morphs: Western Hognose Snake ($50 retail value)? Then share the photo of the hoggie playing dead that accompanies this post

Eastern Hognose Snake Playing Dead

Beware! Deceptive Snake Found in New York State! Dead or Alive?

Hognose heaven The River Reporter

My Hognose Snake Collection Series (The snake that Plays dead)

Dozens of rare snakes released into woods near London in conservation first for region

Eastern Hog-Nosed Snake Missouri Department of Conservation

Hellbender Press - Popping toads and playing dead: Happy Halloween from the hognose

These 'imposter' snakes may look and act scary but aren't actually dangerous

Zombie snakes': Eastern hognose snake goes viral, but is 'harmless