Japanese rat snake
A species of Ratsnakes, Also known as Japanese Ratsnake Scientific name : Elaphe climacophora Genus : Ratsnakes
Japanese rat snake, A species of Ratsnakes
Also known as:
Japanese Ratsnake
Scientific name: Elaphe climacophora
Genus: Ratsnakes
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Description
The Japanese rat snake (Elaphe climacophora) is a medium-sized snake found throughout the Japanese archipelago (except the far South West). In Japanese it is known as the aodaishÅ or "blue general". It is a non-venomous snake, and a member of the colubrid family. It is hunted by eagles and raccoon dogs.
General Info
Lifespan
10-20 years
Diet
Japanese rat snake predominantly feed on small mammals like mice and rats. Occasionally, they diversify their diet with amphibians, birds, and their eggs. Seasonal availability of prey influences their dietary choices.
Appearance
Japanese rat snake is a medium-sized snake with a slender body. Its scales have a slick, glossy texture, primarily displaying a vivid yellowish-brown color. Striking in its appearance, alternating blotchy patterns of black or dark brown are distributed down the length of its body, becoming denser towards the tail. This feature is consistent across all ages, genders, and subspecies of the species.
Behavior
Japanese rat snake is a primarily diurnal species, often seen basking in the sun due to its ectothermic nature. Its preying strategy involves silent stalking, followed by a swift capture. Japanese rat snake's social structure is largely solitary, except during mating season. It displays remarkable arboreal adaptability, skillfully climbing trees and vines. While not extremely territorial, confrontation displays include expanding the neck to scare off intruders.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Colubrids Genus
Ratsnakes Species
Japanese rat snake 
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