Cape house snake
A species of House snakes Scientific name : Boaedon capensis Genus : House snakes
Cape house snake, A species of House snakes
Scientific name: Boaedon capensis
Genus: House snakes
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Description
Boaedon capensis, the Cape house snake, also known as the Brown House Snake, is a species of colubrid from Botswana, South Africa (from KwaZulu-Natal all the way through to the Western Cape), Mozambique, Zambia and Zimbabwe. They are a non-venomous colubrid. This species was previously grouped in the genus Lamprophis but is regrouped with the genus Boaedon...
General Info
Lifespan
10-15 years
Diet
The diet of cape house snake primarily comprises invertebrates, notably insects. This snake species favors hard-bodied prey like beetles, specifically using their strong jaw to crush such prey before ingestion.
Appearance
Cape house snake is a moderately sized snake with a slightly elongated body covered in smooth scales. It is predominantly brown, often with irregular darker blotches creating a unique pattern. Its underbelly has a lighter hue, typically cream-coloured. Cape house snake does not possess any particularly noticeable features like horns, wings, or long tails. The appearance doesn't differ significantly with age, gender, or subspecies.
Behavior
Cape house snake is a nocturnal species displaying solitary behaviors, primarily active during warm nights. This species shows significant burrowing behavior, offering protection from predators and harsh weather. Cape house snake is non-venomous, using constriction as a defense and hunting method. Mating takes place in spring, with females laying clutches of eggs in summer.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Lamprophiid snakes Genus
House snakes Species
Cape house snake 
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