Catesby's snail-eater
A species of Forsten's cat snake Scientific name : Dipsas catesbyi Genus : Forsten's cat snake
Catesby's snail-eater, A species of Forsten's cat snake
Scientific name: Dipsas catesbyi
Genus: Forsten's cat snake
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Description
Catesby's snail-eater (Dipsas catesbyi ), also commonly known as Catesby's snail sucker, is a nocturnal species of nonvenomous snake endemic to northern South America.
General Info
Lifespan
5-7 years
Diet
Catesby's snail-eater is primarily an oophagous species, feeding exclusively on freshly laid eggs. It has a specialized jaw structure and elongated body that allow it to swallow eggs whole without breaking them.
Appearance
Catesby's snail-eater is a slender, medium-sized snake featuring smooth scales. It flaunts a predominantly brown or black coloration, with conspicuous white or yellow bands distributed irregularly on its body. The snake's head is distinct from its neck, displaying large bulging eyes. No significant variation is observed in the appearance based on age, gender, or subspecies.
Behavior
Catesby's snail-eater is a nocturnal, solitary snake species. It hunts for small vertebrates, particularly lizards and frogs. Its unique predatory behavior involves swallowing the prey alive, aided by rear-fanged dentition. Catesby's snail-eater mingles with ground litter in the daytime, utilizing camouflage for survival in its natural leafy habitat.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Dipsadinae Genus
Forsten's cat snake Species
Catesby's snail-eater 
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