Kaliforniyski susliki maskuyut zapah shkir zmey shchob zabezpechiti zahist

California ground squirrels have developed a clever defense against rattlesnakes. By chewing and rubbing shed snake skin into their fur, they mask their scent and confuse the rattlesnake’s sense of smell.

They also wag their tails to heat them up, sending a warning signal to deter the snake from attacking. This behavior is mostly seen when they are protecting their young.

National Geographic