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Eyed cat snake

A species of Cat-eyed snakes
Scientific name : Boiga siamensis Genus : Cat-eyed snakes

Eyed cat snake, A species of Cat-eyed snakes
Scientific name: Boiga siamensis
Genus: Cat-eyed snakes
Eyed cat snake (Boiga siamensis) Photo By Rushenb , used under CC-BY-SA-4.0 /Cropped and compressed from original

Description

The gray cat snake (Boiga siamensis), also known as eyed cat snake or Siamese cat snake is a species of catsnake found in northeastern India, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Cambodia, Thailand, Malaysia, and Vietnam.

General Info

Lifespan

15-20 years

Diet

Eyed cat snake predominantly feeds on small mammals and birds. Its diet often consists of various rodents, bats, and small birds, showing a preference for ambush hunting during the night.

Appearance

Eyed cat snake is a slender and elongated snake with scales, measuring up to 2.0 meters. Its skin color varies from light brown to pitch black, often marked with irregular yellow or white banding. The snake possesses a distinctive pair of large eyes, contributing to its striking appearance. There's no significant appearance difference between genders or due to age.

Behavior

Eyed cat snake is a predominantly nocturnal species, usually spending its days in the seclusion of tree hollows or leaf piles. A solitary creature, it tends to be highly territorial, and uses its powerful and mildly venomous bite to deter rivals and predators. Its hunting behavior is distinctively arboreal and relies on stealth and ambush tactics. Unlike many snakes, it doesn't lay eggs but gives live birth.
Eyed cat snake (Boiga siamensis) Eyed cat snake (Boiga siamensis) Photo By Rushenb , used under CC-BY-SA-4.0 /Cropped and compressed from original

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