Green cat snake
A species of Cat-eyed snakes Scientific name : Boiga cyanea Genus : Cat-eyed snakes
Green cat snake, A species of Cat-eyed snakes
Scientific name: Boiga cyanea
Genus: Cat-eyed snakes
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Description General Info
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Description
Boiga cyanea is a Colubrid snake species found in South Asia, China and South-east Asia.
General Info
Lifespan
10-15 years
Diet
Green cat snake predominantly displays a carnivorous diet, consisting mainly of small rodents and bats. This species is also an adept climber, exhibiting a propensity for preying on birds, distinguished by its nocturnal hunting behavior.
Appearance
Green cat snake is a medium-sized snake with a thin, elongated body and smooth scales. Its dominant color is a vibrant green, with a distinctive blue or violet hue visible in certain lightings. The snake's belly is usually lighter yellowish-green. Younger individuals may exhibit more varied shades and may lack the distinctive bluish tint. A striking feature is its large, vertically slit eyes, remarkably bright in contrast to its body color.
Behavior
Green cat snake is a nocturnal, mostly arboreal species known for its 'rear-fanged' feeding mechanism. Solitary in nature, it demonstrates a cautious yet aggressive predatory behavior. The species adapts well to its habitat, adept at climbing trees and navigating the foliage. Territorial disputes occasionally occur, with green cat snake using its body to size up the opponent.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Colubrids Genus
Cat-eyed snakes Species
Green cat snake 
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