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Dwarf reedsnakes have the unique ability to do what?


Dwarf reedsnakes of the genus Pseudorabdion, found in Southeast Asia, have a rather clever way of fleeing from trouble: They turn cartwheels until they’re safe from danger. (Check it out on Nautilus)


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