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Rainbow Serpent

Rainbow Serpent

Video. Indigenous snakes provide inspiration for an Australian myth.

Grades

3 - 12+

Subjects

Biology, English Language Arts, Social Studies, World History

Some ancient people of Australia believe a "rainbow serpent" slithered from the water to create the world. Could this fascinating myth be based on fact? Join Wild Chronicles on a quest to find the truth about Australia's amazing snakes and legends.

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Editor
National Geographic Society
Producers
National Geographic Society
Nina Page, National Geographic Society, National Geographic Society
other
Last Updated

October 19, 2023

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