Painted bronzeback
A species of Bronzebacks, Also known as Indonesian bronze-back Scientific name : Dendrelaphis pictus Genus : Bronzebacks
Painted bronzeback, A species of Bronzebacks
Also known as:
Indonesian bronze-back
Scientific name: Dendrelaphis pictus
Genus: Bronzebacks
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Description General Info
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Description
Dendrelaphis pictus (painted bronzeback) is a species of snake found in Southeast Asia and India.
General Info
Lifespan
8-10 years
Diet
Painted bronzeback is predominantly a carnivorous species, with a diet mainly consisting of reptiles. It specifically feeds on small lizards and frogs, making them crucial components of its nutritional intake.
Appearance
Painted bronzeback is a slender, medium-sized snake with smooth scales. Adult individuals display vivid green upper bodies, while their undersides are typically yellow. This reptile stands out for its bronze-colored lines running longitudinally along the body, and a characteristic black stripe behind its eye. The species shows no significant variations in appearance due to age, gender, or subspecies.
Behavior
Painted bronzeback is a diurnal, arboreal snake, displaying active foraging habits during daytime. It has a solitary lifestyle, embodying antisocial behavior and marked responses in territorial disputes. Notably, painted bronzeback employs visual displays and bluffing tactics for predator deterrence which aligns with its survival in a diverse array of habitats.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Colubrids Genus
Bronzebacks Species
Painted bronzeback 
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