Coluber lateralis euryxanthus
A species of Eastern racers Scientific name : Coluber lateralis euryxanthus Genus : Eastern racers
Coluber lateralis euryxanthus, A species of Eastern racers
Scientific name: Coluber lateralis euryxanthus
Genus: Eastern racers
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Description
Coluber lateralis euryxanthus is a specialist in sly maneuvering, evidencing exceptional climbing abilities to pursue its small mammalian and reptilian prey both on ground and in foliage. It exhibits a cryptic lifestyle, hiding in tall grass or undergrowth during the day, thus limiting predation and displaying a crucial adaptation to its preferred habitats, typically encompassing open woodlands to rocky hillsides.
General Info
Lifespan
10-15 years
Diet
Coluber lateralis euryxanthus is primarily an insectivore, consuming large quantities of arthropods. Notably, its diet consists predominantly of spiders and scorpions, relying on their abundant presence for sustenance.
Appearance
Coluber lateralis euryxanthus is slender and long, ranging from 20 to 40 inches in length. Its smooth, glossy scales are primarily lemon-yellow, contrasted by blotches of brown or black arranged in a rhythmic, semi-regular pattern along the dorsal surface. Tail is relatively long and pointed, while males usually have brighter coloration and larger blotches.
Behavior
Coluber lateralis euryxanthus demonstrates distinctively solitary and nocturnal behavior, predominately maintaining a diet of small vertebrates and insects. This species distinguishes itself with an expert, swift predatory style. Notably, it lays eggs in the summer in secluded locations, highlighting its preference for privacy during its crucial breeding period.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Colubrids Genus
Eastern racers Species
Coluber lateralis euryxanthus 
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