On: Woman With No Fear Intrigues Scientists

[Semiapies]

You're correct - fear of snakes is not instinctual in humans. Most young primates will avoid a snake, while a young child who hasn't been taught otherwise will blithely walk over and pick one up.

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I upvoted you for confirming my hunch. But not sure why it did not get added.