: Being mean to others often leads to trouble for yourself.

: Harmless mimics that look like venomous snakes.

: Sometimes things act according to their nature (like a snake biting), so it's wise to take precautions while still being a helpful person. Real-Life "Red" Snakes

Desperate, the animals sought advice from a wise toad. Following the toad's plan, they told the snake they were moving to a "cozier" spot at a nearby ant hill. The snake, wanting the best for himself, rushed to the ant hill and arrogantly ordered the ants to leave, calling them "tiny and weak".

: Even the smallest creatures can be strong when they work together.

Once, a greedy snake lived comfortably in a garden by eating smaller creatures like mice and squirrels. Over time, he grew so large and "fat" that he could no longer fit into his original hole. He decided to take over a hole in an apple tree, threatening to eat the animals already living there if they didn't leave.

: Glossy black with bright red or pink on their sides; found in Australia. Scarlet Snake : Non-venomous and has a red snout.