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The gastrointestinal tract of the snake is simple and relatively short compared with other reptiles.  Because of this comparative physiology, it it vital that these animals are given a high quality diet in captivity to maximise absorption of essential nutrients.   

The gastrointestinal tract of the snake is simple and relatively short compared with other reptiles.  Because of this comparative physiology, it it vital that these animals are given a high quality diet in captivity to maximise absorption of essential nutrients.   

* Find out information on the''' [[Snake Digestive System]].

* '''Find out information on the''' [[Snake Digestive System]].

* Find out more about how the snake head is adapted to ingest whole prey in the''' [[Snake Musculoskeletal System]].

* '''Find out more about how the snake head is adapted to ingest whole prey in the''' [[Snake Musculoskeletal System]].

==Size and type of prey==

==Size and type of prey==