Which term is a type of snake that kills its prey by wrapping around it and suffocating?

Which term is a type of snake that kills its prey by wrapping around it and suffocating?

• A. Fang
• B. Venom
• C. Ambush
• D. Constrictor

Answer: (D)

The idea being tested is how some snakes kill their prey through constriction. A constrictor is a snake that coils around its victim and tightens, making it difficult or impossible for the prey to draw breath. As the pressure increases, breathing and sometimes blood flow are obstructed, leading to suffocation and ultimately the prey’s death. This method relies on strength and patience rather than toxins, which is why non-venomous constrictors like boas and pythons fit the description. The other terms aren’t a type of snake that kills this way: a fang is a tooth used to deliver venom in some snakes, venom is the toxin they inject, and ambush refers to a hunting tactic, not a snake type.