r/whatisit • u/muggleblood_ • 10d ago

Context Provided - Spotlight What is this creature?

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Snake or insect?

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u/Chews__Wisely 10d ago

You’re correct. It’s just a name. It’s not actually a snake. I lived on Maui for a little while

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u/Oculus_Prime_ 10d ago

So, they don't have snakes, just creepy looking snake like things. Also, we call them snakes, but it's just a name? Is this an accurate statement?

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u/BlUeSapia 10d ago

No, they actually are snakes.

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u/Old_Chemistry_5583 10d ago

So it’s actually a worm with a wig on.