Question

On seeing a snake, the prey becomes motionless because

• A. It is hypnotized.
• B. It is anaesthetized.
• C. Instinct to avoid being noticed.
• D. Both A and B.

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

Instinct to avoid being noticed.

For the purpose of avoiding being noticed and to save itself successfully from the snake, the prey becomes motionless. It ambushes itself well with the surroundings. The ambush may be set by hiding in a burrow, by camouflage, by aggressive mimicry, or by the use of a trap.

So, the correct option is 'Instinct to avoid being noticed'.