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Snake in the Termite Hill

By Dr. Devdutt Pattanaik - Author, Speaker, Illustrator, Mythologist One of the most sacred images in India is the snake emerging from a termite hill. Termite hills are remarkable natural constructions. They…

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Published July 1, 2021 · 3 min read
snake in the termite hill

By Dr. Devdutt Pattanaik - Author, Speaker, Illustrator, Mythologist

One of the most sacred images in India is the snake emerging from a termite hill. Termite hills are remarkable natural constructions. They provide ventilation and protection from flooding and predators for the termites. When the termites abandon their gigantic mounds, they are often occupied by snakes. Snakes get refuge from the heat and potential predators.

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