At first, it appears to be a one-on-one confrontation between a mongoose and a snake.
We have all heard about the battles between snakes and mongooses, but witnessing one in real life is quite rare. Recently, a dramatic encounter took place at Patna Airport, where a snake was attacked by a trio of mongooses on a runway. The intense showdown, captured on video, left onlookers astonished.
At first, it appears to be a one-on-one confrontation between a mongoose and a snake. However, as the video unfolds, two more mongooses join the fray, turning it into a three-on-one struggle. The snake attempts to defend itself by uncoiling and raising its head, but the mongooses persist in their attack.
Mongooses and snakes have been natural enemies for centuries due to their evolutionary history. One of the main reasons for their rivalry is predation: snakes prey on mongooses and their young, while mongooses hunt and eat snakes. This predator-prey relationship has led to a cycle of attack and defence, with each species adapting to counter the other's tactics.
Another reason for their enmity is competition for resources. Both mongooses and snakes vie for food, shelter, and territory.
Mongooses are skilled hunters that feed on small mammals, birds and reptiles, while snakes, being carnivores, prey on similar animals. This competition further intensifies their rivalry, as they often compete for the same resources in their habitats.
Territorialism also plays a significant role in the mongoose-snake rivalry. Mongooses are protective of their territory and defend it against snakes, which often encroach on their domain. Snakes, in turn, seek to expand their territory and may enter mongoose habitats in search of prey or shelter. This dispute also leads to clashes between the two species.
Another video of a snake and mongoose fighting went viral on social media recently. The two animals were seen trapped in a small hole and fighting for their lives. The snake attacked first, but the mongoose defended itself and then counterattacked. The mongoose then grabbed the snake's head with its paws and forcefully turned the snake onto the ground.