Watch: Northern Flicker Bird And Snake’s Wild Encounter Will Give You Goosebumps

A dramatic encounter between a bird and a snake in Canada has recently gone viral, garnering the attention of many viewers. The footage, posted on Instagram, shows a Northern Flicker bird attempting to protect its nest from a Bull Snake. The video was shot at Dinosaur Provincial Park in Alberta, Canada, in June 2023. In the video, a Bull Snake is seen entering the bird’s nest, which is built on a tree. The snake tries to eat the bird’s young ones. The mother bird arrives and bravely pulls the snake out of the nest. The snake falls to the ground, but quickly catches the bird. At first, it looks like the bird has successfully protected its children. But the reality is different.

According to the video description, the snake had already entered the nest and eaten the bird’s babies or eggs before the recording started. When the bird returns, it tries to chase the snake away. The snake then grabs the bird, but it seems too full to eat the adult bird. After about 20 minutes, the snake releases the bird, likely because it had already eaten and couldn’t consume any more.

The video has received over 2.9 million views and many comments. Viewers expressed their emotions and thoughts about the incident. One user mentioned that while such events may not directly concern humans, they feel a strong urge to protect female animals in similar situations. Another commenter remarked that it seemed like the mother bird sacrificed herself for her children. The video’s caption clarified that the snake had already eaten the baby bird and left the adult bird unharmed.

“It should come as no surprise that snakes will seek out and eat newborn hatchlings or their eggs, as they are usually an easy meal to obtain,” read the caption.

The video highlights the harsh realities of nature and the constant struggle for survival among animals. It serves as a reminder of the dangers predators pose to other creatures. The bird’s brave but futile attempt to protect its offspring left many viewers surprised and saddened. The incident also showcases the complex interactions in the animal kingdom and the often unpredictable outcomes of such encounters.