Coronella austriaca austriaca
A species of Smooth snakes Scientific name : Coronella austriaca austriaca Genus : Smooth snakes
Coronella austriaca austriaca, A species of Smooth snakes
Scientific name: Coronella austriaca austriaca
Genus: Smooth snakes
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Description
Coronella austriaca austriaca is best known for its remarkable survival strategy which involves feigning death as an evasive technique to deter predators. Additionally, the animal is ovoviviparous, with females typically bearing live young. As a part of its ecological function, coronella austriaca austriaca maintains a balanced ecosystem by preying predominantly on small rodents and reptiles.
General Info
Lifespan
15-20 years
Diet
The primary food of coronella austriaca austriaca is reptiles, particularly small lizards and snakes. They are also known to consume smaller mammals and birds when available.
Appearance
Coronella austriaca austriaca is a medium-sized snake with a slim, cylindrical body sporting smooth scales. Its primary coloration is light brown to grey, with darker saddles down its back and sides in an intricate pattern. The underbelly is paler with checkerboard-style spotting. This species lacks distinct features like wings or horns, and shows no significant differences in appearance due to age, gender, or subspecies.
Behavior
Coronella austriaca austriaca is an elusive, primarily nocturnal reptile. Its lifestyle is solitary, shying away from social interactions except during mating seasons. Known for its slow, precise movements, it mainly feeds on smaller reptiles and rodents. Not territorial, coronella austriaca austriaca implements camouflage as its main survival strategy in its natural environment.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Colubrids Genus
Smooth snakes Species
Coronella austriaca austriaca 
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