How Can Snakes Swallow Frogs That Are Bigger Than Their Own Heads?
How can a thin snake devour a frog that is thicker than its own body?
This has something to do with the bones of , s head. The mandible of the snake different from that of people. It is loosely connected to the head bone by ligaments. The
lower jaw 'Ls composed of two parts, which are linked by elastic ligaments in the middle and can expand on thh sides. So, snake can open its mouth widely.
Snakes have no sternums. Food can go to the stomach easily.