In this video, a snake is hiding right in front of your eyes. Can you find it without zooming in? | Trends

A viral video showing a snake hiding in plain sight has amazed over a million viewers. The video was shared on Instagram yesterday by wildlife photographer Ishan Shanavas, who described the snake as one of the coolest snakes in India.

The video shows a vine snake hiding in plain sight in lush green foliage. However, the reptile’s camouflage is so clever that it is difficult to spot at first glance.

The liana snakes found in India belong to the genus Ahaetullaare known for their slender bodies and bright colors. They are usually green or greenish, which makes them easily blend in with the foliage of their forest habitats. According to the India Biodiversity Portal, vine snakes are one of the most ecologically important species of the Western Ghats.

“So here I have one of the most camouflaged and beautiful snakes of the Western Ghats. This is my personal favorite,” Shanavas says in his video. “If you look from far away, you might not be able to see anything. But if you look closely and zoom in, you can see a beautiful green vine snake perched very carefully on this plant.”

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The video has been viewed over 1.4 million times on Instagram since its release yesterday.

“The snake is in incognito mode,” one Instagram user wrote in the comments section. “I thought I was looking at a dead leaf. Then when I zoomed in, I saw a snake,” said another.

Several people wanted to know if the snake was poisonous. Shanavas replied that vine snakes were slightly poisonous.

A vine snake bite can cause a moderate reaction with localized pain, but it is rarely fatal. Their venom is primarily used to subdue their prey, not for defense.