New guinea bockadam
A species of Dog-faced water snakes, Also known as Asian bockadam Scientific name : Cerberus rynchops Genus : Dog-faced water snakes
New guinea bockadam, A species of Dog-faced water snakes
Also known as:
Asian bockadam
Scientific name: Cerberus rynchops
Genus: Dog-faced water snakes
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Description
The New Guinea bockadam or dog-faced water snake, Cerberus rynchops, is a species of a colubrid snake native to coastal waters of Asia and Australia.
General Info
Lifespan
12-20 years
Diet
New guinea bockadam is a piscivorous species, primarily sustaining its diet on fish. Their flexible jaws and peculiar head shape facilitate predation, enabling them to capture slippery prey efficiently in their aquatic habitats.
Behavior
New guinea bockadam is a nocturnal species primarily consuming fish and crustaceans. Known for its solitary behavior, it seeks shelter in burrows during the day and emerges only at dusk to hunt. It typically marks territories by scent-marking, exhibiting aggressive behavior towards trespassers. High adaptability allows survival in varying aquatic conditions.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Mud snakes Genus
Dog-faced water snakes Species
New guinea bockadam 
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