Moroccan snake charmer/ The Secret Behind the "Dance"

A snake charmer is a street performer who appears to hypnotize a snake (most commonly a cobra) by playing a musical wind instrument called a pungi or been.The Secret Behind the "Dance"Deaf to music: Snakes lack external ears and are deaf to airborne sounds. They do not hear or dance to the music.Visual threat: The reptile actually follows the movement of the flute and the performer. It perceives the swaying instrument as a potential threat.Ground vibrations: Snakes are highly sensitive to vibrations on the ground. Performers often tap their feet to keep the snake's attention. The upright posture is a natural defensive reflex.Geographic RootsThis ancient practice traces back to ancient Egypt, where charmers were viewed as healers. Today, the tradition is mostly found in:South Asia: India (traditionally by the Kalbelia tribe), Pakistan, and Bangladesh.North Africa: Morocco (famously at the Jemaa el-Fnaa square in Marrakesh), Egypt, and Tunisia.