Snakes ARE affectionate

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"snakes don't have a limbic system. Someone keeps saying they "experience the same chemical reactions we do" but that isn't true(at least not to the extent suggested) because their physiology is completely different."


I am sorry but this statement is entirely untrue according to modern science. I think you are referring to the triune theory that has been proven entirely false. This theory lead people to believe that the basal ganglia was known as the reptilian brain because according to this theory this is the only part of the brain reptiles possess. This is a false statement. It is now known that brain structure and chemistry is identical in all vertebrates from the lamprey to humans. The only thing that differs is the size and functionality of each part of the brain. This is the same theory that led to the term "bird brained" when in fact several species of birds are more intelligent than most mammals. cough cough "your cat" cough cough. I do agree with you about the op's display animal statement, it was a bit outlandish.

MDT I am sorry if this discussion has offended you in some way. I find it quite interesting, but you are probably right I am a nerd.