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African brown water snake

A species of Afronatrix
Scientific name : Afronatrix anoscopus Genus : Afronatrix

African brown water snake, A species of Afronatrix
Scientific name: Afronatrix anoscopus
Genus: Afronatrix
African brown water snake (Afronatrix anoscopus) Photo By Václav Gvoždík , used under CC-BY-SA-2.5 /Cropped and compressed from original

Description

Afronatrix is a genus of snake in the Colubridae family that contains the sole species Afronatrix anoscopus. It is commonly known as the African brown water snake.

General Info

Lifespan

9-12 years

Diet

African brown water snake primarily sustains itself on a carnivorous diet, exhibiting a favored preference for aquatic invertebrates including various species of mollusks, crustaceans, and insects, ensuring rich nutrient intake.

Appearance

African brown water snake is a medium-sized, aquatic snake with a slender, cylindrical body covered in smooth, shiny scales. Its most notable feature is its vibrant coloration, typically an olive-green or brownish shade that effectively blends with its swampy habitat. Some may also have darker stripes or patterns. There are no significant differences in appearance due to age, gender, or subspecies. Its head is relatively small, with a blunt, rounded snout sported by a pair of bright yellow eyes.

Population

Stable
African brown water snake (Afronatrix anoscopus) African brown water snake (Afronatrix anoscopus) Photo By Václav Gvoždík , used under CC-BY-SA-2.5 /Cropped and compressed from original
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