Red whip snake
A species of Southeast asian whip snakes, Also known as Keel-bellied whip snake Scientific name : Dryophiops rubescens Genus : Southeast asian whip snakes
Red whip snake, A species of Southeast asian whip snakes
Also known as:
Keel-bellied whip snake
Scientific name: Dryophiops rubescens
Genus: Southeast asian whip snakes
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Description
Dryophiops rubescens, commonly known as the red whip snake, is a snake of the colubrid family.
General Info
Lifespan
10-15 years
Diet
Red whip snake preys primarily on small snakes, supplementing its diet with a variety of lizards, amphibians, and the occasional rodent. Opting for an ambush approach, red whip snake hunts by surprise for easy prey capture.
Appearance
Red whip snake is a medium-sized snake featuring a slender body that is multicolored but mainly red-brown with distinctive light, irregular spots. Its belly is light-colored, providing a sharp contrast with its dark-dyed dorsal surface. With a short blunt nose, red whip snake has large, rounded eyes, bordered by black, which lend it an alert gaze. Its appearance remains consistent across both genders and throughout its life cycle, with no notable variations.
Behavior
Red whip snake typically assumes a nocturnal lifestyle, being active primarily at night. Known for its arboreal habits, this species moves skillfully amongst tree branches in search of prey. Essentially solitary, it demonstrates a significant level of territoriality. This snake species characteristically adopts a defensive 'S' posture when threatened.
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