Jan's earth snake
A species of American burrowing snakes Scientific name : Adelphicos quadrivirgatum Genus : American burrowing snakes
Jan's earth snake, A species of American burrowing snakes
Scientific name: Adelphicos quadrivirgatum
Genus: American burrowing snakes
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Description General Info
Description
The Middle American burrowing snake (Adelphicos quadrivirgatum) is a species of dipsadine colubrid snake, endemic to Mexico and Central America.
General Info
Lifespan
3-5 years
Diet
Jan's earth snake primarily feed on an insectivorous diet, with a strong preference towards beetles and spiders. Occasionally, worms and grubs also supplement their diet, making them opportunistic feeders.
Appearance
Jan's earth snake is a medium-sized snake, slender in body shape and covered in scales. It possesses a dominant coloration that varies from light brown to jet black, simultaneously featuring four distinct, longitudinal stripes running the length of its body. There are no noteworthy differences in appearance between age groups, genders, or subspecies.
Behavior
Jan's earth snake is primarily a nocturnal species practicing secretive and solitary tendencies. It is terrestrial, spending most of its life hid in leaf piles or burrows. This species feeds predominantly on small amphibians and is viviparous, giving live birth. Unique to jan's earth snake is its cryptic behavior, becoming motionless when threatened.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Dipsadinae Species
Jan's earth snake 
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