Lined tolucan ground snake
A species of Earth snakes Scientific name : Conopsis lineata Genus : Earth snakes
Lined tolucan ground snake, A species of Earth snakes
Scientific name: Conopsis lineata
Genus: Earth snakes
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Description General Info
Description
The lined tolucan ground snake is a small, abundant snake native to the forests of central Mexico. They are harmless insect eaters named for the between one and five broken black lines on their backs.
General Info
Lifespan
1-3 years
Diet
Lined tolucan ground snake is a herbivorous species, primarily relying on a diet of plant matter. Significant proportions of its nutrition come from consuming tender leaves, flowers, fruits, and soft stems.
Appearance
Lined tolucan ground snake is a small amphibian with a flat body and bumpy, moist skin. Its earthy brown color seamlessly blends with its natural habitat, enriched by parallel pale dorsal stripes. The absence of noticeable differences among genders or ages maintains its uniform aesthetic. Its eyes, set on top of its head, and its head shape are distinctive, favoring a perception of a triangle.
Behavior
Lined tolucan ground snake is a largely nocturnal species, employing secretive habitation patterns within rocky crevices during the day. It uses body-pressing movement for efficient navigation across terrains, exhibiting solitary and territorial tendencies. Known for its extensive burrowing behavior, lined tolucan ground snake uses these burrows for both nesting and foraging, making it a unique member of its taxonomic group.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Colubrids Genus
Earth snakes Species
Lined tolucan ground snake 
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