Common cat snake
A species of Cat-eyed snakes Scientific name : Boiga trigonata Genus : Cat-eyed snakes
Common cat snake, A species of Cat-eyed snakes
Scientific name: Boiga trigonata
Genus: Cat-eyed snakes
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Description General Info
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Description
Boiga trigonata, commonly known as the Indian gamma snake or common cat snake, is a species of rear-fanged colubrid endemic to South Asia.
General Info
Lifespan
12-20 years
Diet
Common cat snake's diet primarily consists of small vertebrates, with a significant preference for reptiles such as geckos and skinks. It's characterized by a predominantly nocturnal feeding behavior.
Appearance
Common cat snake is a medium-sized snake with a slender, elongated body. It has smooth scales that come in an array of colors, including brown, grey, olive, and yellow. The body often has dark crossbands or blotches and a distinctive triangular or arrow-like marking on the head. Juveniles tend to be more brightly colored than adults. There are no notable differences in appearance due to age or gender.
Behavior
Common cat snake is predominantly nocturnal, displaying crepuscular activities. Hunting, its dominant behavior, involves delivering a venom, causing its prey to become lethargic. Communal roosting near water bodies is frequently observed, indicating a social aspect in non-breeding periods. Markedly arboreal, it uses its prehensile tail to navigate in treetops.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Colubrids Genus
Cat-eyed snakes Species
Common cat snake 
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