# Nest

**The Nest** is the core inflation mechanism of Snake.Finance—where **$SNAKE** tokens are minted. By staking **$gSNAKE**, you can earn **$SNAKE** during expansion epochs and actively participate in the protocol’s growth.

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The Nest functions as a **locked single-staking platform**, where **$gSNAKE** holders lock their tokens to receive a share of the protocol’s expansion rewards. This mechanism not only rewards stakers but also helps stabilize the ecosystem by controlling the supply of **$SNAKE**.

## Nest Mechanics <a href="#carbonic-finance-boardroom-mechanics" id="carbonic-finance-boardroom-mechanics"></a>

* **Epoch Duration:** 6 hours
* **Deposit/Withdrawal Lock:** 4 epochs after staking or withdrawing **$gSNAKE**
* **Reward Claim Lock:** 2 epochs after claiming rewards
* **Claiming Rewards:** Locks your staked **$gSNAKE** for an additional 4 epochs, with the next **$SNAKE** rewards available 2 epochs later

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**NOTE: $SNAKE rewards not claimed in the boardroom after 48 hours are BURNED as shown below**
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### **Distribution of $SNAKE**

* **83%** of $SNAKE rewards are given to Nest $gSNAKE Stakers
* **10%** goes to the Treasury
* **4%** goes to the Team
* **3%** goes to the Development Fund

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### **Expansion Mechanism**

Unlike other similar protocols, Snake.Finance’s expansion model is carefully calibrated to adapt to market conditions, ensuring sustainability and peg stability.

* **Maximum Boardroom Expansion:** 0.8&#x35;**%** of the circulating supply per epoch, compared to the typical 4.5% in other protocols.

This conservative approach protects the protocol from excessive inflation while maintaining long-term growth and stability.

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### **Why Stake in the Nest?**

* Earn **$SNAKE** rewards during expansion epochs
* Actively contribute to protocol stability and governance
* Align with the protocol’s long-term vision


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