Was witness to a robin having a brief encounter with a small snake, probably a garter snake, in my yard. I first noticed the robin pulling on what appeared as a night-crawler kind of worm, based on its size. Then the snake struck, as I assume the bird had it by the tail at first. The robin sort of hopped back, but then with renewed fortitude went at the creature about amidships. The snake struck again, putting the robin off. At this point a catbird joined in as audience, or perhaps referee. Next the robin grabbed hold of the snake and flew into the bushes. The catbird sulked and followed.
Had never considered that a robin would take a snake. And would they swallow them whole?
Dave Tucker, Kittery Pt
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