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If you've got an abject fear of snakes and robots, this video will probably chill your blood.

It's a new snakebot as made by OC Robotics, although if you painted it orange it would pass as a real life replica of Mr. Tickle's roving arm.

Other than starring in your nightmares, there are plenty of uses for this slightly creepy piece of tech.

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Its swappable head can be fixed with a camera for exploration purposes, and it would be perfect for carrying out inspections in dangerous areas where humans dare not go.

Because its movements can be so finely programmed, it would be perfect in situations where debris is precariously positioned.

Or, it might just creep up your stairs as you sleep, enter your bedroom and stare at you with its solitary eye, waiting for you to wake up and see it.

One thing's for certain - it would make a worthy addition to this list of robotic animals.