Cuban tree boa
A species of West indian boas Scientific name : Chilabothrus angulifer Genus : West indian boas
Cuban tree boa, A species of West indian boas
Scientific name: Chilabothrus angulifer
Genus: West indian boas
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Description General Info
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Description
Chilabothrus angulifer is a boid species found mainly in Cuba. No subspecies are currently recognized.
General Info
Lifespan
20-30 years
Diet
Cuban tree boa predominantly feasts on small mammals, including bats and rodents, employing a sit-and-wait hunting strategy. Additional dietary components are birds and lizards, highlighting its opportunistic feeding nature.
Appearance
The cuban tree boa is a moderate-sized snake, noted for its semi-cylindrical, elongated body. Its scales are known for their smooth and glossy quality. The species exhibits a dominant coloration ranging from pale gray to dark olive green, decorated with distinct, wide, chevron-shaped patches along its back. It also possesses a dark line running from behind the eye to the angle of the jaw. The cuban tree boa lacks significant physical distinctions across age, gender, or subspecies.
Behavior
Cuban tree boa is a nocturnal, solitary species predominantly known for its arboreal lifestyle. While in their native forests, they hunt and feed on small mammals. To communicate, cuban tree boa employ a variety of signals including tactile vibrations. Males engage in combat during the breeding season, demonstrating a distinct territorial nature.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Boas Genus
West indian boas Species
Cuban tree boa 
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