Brown house snake
A species of House snakes Scientific name : Boaedon fuliginosus Genus : House snakes
Brown house snake, A species of House snakes
Scientific name: Boaedon fuliginosus
Genus: House snakes
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Description
Brown house snake is a nocturnal species that employs a remarkable adaptation of selective feeding, predominantly preying on molluscs, thereby playing a significant role in controlling snail and slug populations in its African habitat. Displaying sexual dimorphism in behavior, females engage in brooding, shielding incubating eggs to provide advantageous thermal conditions, an unusual trait amongst reptiles that highlights brown house snake's elaborate reproductive strategies.
General Info
Lifespan
15-20 years
Diet
Brown house snake, commonly known as the brown house snake, are primarily rodent eaters. They show a preference for warm-blooded prey such as mice and small rats, although juveniles may occasionally consume small lizards and frogs too.
Appearance
Brown house snake is a medium-sized snake with a slender, elongated body. Its smooth, shiny scales display a dark-brown, almost black coloration with no markings, lending it a uniform, glossy appearance. Juveniles can be lighter in color, gradually darkening with age. Unlike some reptiles, brown house snake lacks noticeable features such as horns, frills or distinct tails.
Behavior
Brown house snake is a nocturnal species often seen moving at twilight, preying predominantly on terrestrial invertebrates. Typically solitary, individuals may display territorial aggression, especially males during mating season. This species is characterized by unique defensive behavior, including mouth-opening threat displays when threatened.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Lamprophiid snakes Genus
House snakes Species
Brown house snake 
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