The hypothesis suggests that humans and other primates quickly evolved to recognize snakes as a survival mechanism. This led snakes like cobras to develop warning displays and venom-spitting defenses. Some primates have even evolved resistance to certain snake neurotoxins, showcasing the ongoing battle between snakes and primates over millions of years.
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