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Old 11-03-2009, 02:23 PM
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Default Do snakes yawn?

cos i swear mine does
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Old 11-03-2009, 02:25 PM
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Yep, they do that to stretch the skin when they're getting ready to shed, and to realign the jaw after eating.
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Old 11-03-2009, 02:26 PM
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They also fart.
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Old 11-03-2009, 02:26 PM
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Possibly resetting her jaw, does he/she do this after feeding??
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Old 11-03-2009, 02:27 PM
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They don't seem to yawn back like dogs though if you yawn... yes I tried.
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Old 11-03-2009, 02:28 PM
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They also fart.
That is something too hilarious, Also your sig is quite funny too.

Thank you for sharing that golden nugget of information!
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Old 11-03-2009, 02:29 PM
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So bluey could be nearing a shed?
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That is something too hilarious, Also your sig is quite funny too.

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Old 11-03-2009, 02:34 PM
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I know my tortoises do, it's very cute to watch!!
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ok hes doing it all the time atm ive seen him do it 3 times in like 5 mins!
have to admit it is kinda cute
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