What specific condition must a crayfish typically be in for the Queen Snake to target it successfully?
Answer
Recently molted/soft-shelled
The Queen Snake specifically targets crayfish that have recently molted, as their shells are temporarily soft and vulnerable, which allows the snake's jaws to manage them more easily.
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