Herald snake
A species of Herald snakes, Also known as White-lipped herald snake Scientific name : Crotaphopeltis hotamboeia Genus : Herald snakes
Herald snake, A species of Herald snakes
Also known as:
White-lipped herald snake
Scientific name: Crotaphopeltis hotamboeia
Genus: Herald snakes
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Description
Crotaphopeltis hotamboeia, commonly known as the herald snake or the red-lipped snake, is a species of snake in the family Colubridae. The species is endemic to Sub-Saharan Africa.
General Info
Lifespan
5-10 years
Diet
Herald snake's dietary habits reflect its lifestyle as an opportunistic predator, predominantly consuming small vertebrates such as lizards, frogs, small birds, and rodents. Their diet also comprises invertebrates like insects, snails, and spiders. Herald snake utilizes ambush tactics to capture prey, relying on their acute sensory perception.
Appearance
Herald snake is a medium-sized snake with a slim, elongated body and smooth scales. Its skin exhibits a dusky brown coloration blending into a creamy underbelly, often accompanied by dark spots running along its length. The snake's most striking feature is its large, bulging eyes with vertical pupils, a characteristic unique to nocturnal serpents. There is no significant difference in appearance due to age, gender, or subspecies.
Behavior
Herald snake displays nocturnal activities, often staying under rocks or logs during the day. It is a solitary species with a territorial instinct; males commonly defend their areas aggressively. It uses primary active foraging for sustenance, making this a predatory species by nature. Interaction with its prey typically involves venom-induced paralysis.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Colubrids Genus
Herald snakes Species
Herald snake 
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