Snakes Eat Their Own: Over 500 Cannibalism Cases Worldwide Revealed in Study

• A new scientific study reveals widespread cannibalism among snakes, with over 500 incidents recorded globally.
• More than 200 snake species, including venomous cobras and vipers, engage in eating their own kind.
• This behavior is opportunistic, driven by hunger and the ability to overpower another snake, not specific triggers or enmity.
• Snakes with flexible jaws and venomous species (like cobras) are more prone to this behavior due to their hunting advantages.
• Cannibalism is a natural behavior, observed across continents and in both wild and captive environments.