Snake breeders dispute snake bite claims

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Experts rubbish posts warning that holes in fruits and vegetables a sign of 'snake bites'

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Snake breeders in Thailand say fruits and vegetables are not part of the reptiles' natural diet.

Social media posts warned that snakes occasionally bite into tomatoes, leaving small holes as they inject "poisonous substances" Botanist Teerada Wangsomboondee said it is best to avoid consuming fruit with gaping holes.

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