Middle american indigo snake
A species of Indigo snakes, Also known as Central american indigo snake Scientific name : Drymarchon melanurus Genus : Indigo snakes
Middle american indigo snake, A species of Indigo snakes
Also known as:
Central american indigo snake
Scientific name: Drymarchon melanurus
Genus: Indigo snakes
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Description
The Middle American indigo snake (Drymarchon melanurus), also known as the blacktail cribo, is a large, nonvenomous, colubrid snake species found in the southwestern United States, Mexico, Central America, and northern South America. In addition to the nominotypical subspecies, it has one recognized subspecies, D. m. erebennus commonly known as the Texas indigo snake.
General Info
Lifespan
15-20 years
Diet
Middle american indigo snake exhibits a preference for small to medium-sized vertebrates. Its diet primarily includes small mammals, birds and their eggs, frogs, and lizards, occasionally preying on other snakes. A powerful constrictor, it actively hunts and subdues its prey.
Appearance
Middle american indigo snake is a large and slender serpent with smooth, glossy skin. Its body exhibits a range of colors from blue, black, to chocolate brown, often with a slight sheen. The underside of the body is creamy or yellow, creating a striking contrast. Young individuals may have a reddish-brown color, transforming into darker shades as they mature. It has a long, tapering tail, constituting about a third of its total length.
Behavior
Middle american indigo snake is a solitary, diurnal species, primarily engaging in hunting and foraging during daylight hours. Noted for its speed and agility, it actively pursues prey rather than lying in ambush. Displaying non-territorial behaviors, it lacks typical territory-marking or defensive actions. Middle american indigo snake's behavioral patterns are adapted to its habitat, enabling it to climb trees and swim effectively when pursuing a diverse diet.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Colubrids Genus
Indigo snakes Species
Middle american indigo snake 
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