Asian racer
A species of Hemorrhois Scientific name : Hemorrhois nummifer Genus : Hemorrhois
Asian racer, A species of Hemorrhois
Scientific name: Hemorrhois nummifer
Genus: Hemorrhois
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Description General Info
Description
The Coin-marked snake (Hemorrhois nummifer or Coluber nummifer) is a species of snake belonging to the family Colubridae.
General Info
Lifespan
15-20 years
Diet
Asian racer commonly known as coin-marked snakes, primarily has a carnivorous diet. It exhibits strong predilection towards small mammals, lizards, eggs, and occasionally other smaller snakes, suggesting its opportunistic feeding behaviour.
Appearance
Asian racer is a medium to large-sized snake with a slender, elongated figure. Its scales have a smooth finish and a diverse range of coloration, from grayish to reddish-brown. The snake has distinct dark stripes on its back, making an eye-catching pattern. Its underbelly is generally lighter. Additionally, asian racer possesses eye-catching ringed marks around its eyes. It's worth noting that both genders appear similar in their visual features.
Behavior
Asian racer is primarily nocturnal, hunting at night leveraging a distinctive ambush tactic. This solitary reptile is not territorial, instead being constantly on the move across diverse environments. It uses deceptive techniques like tail vibration to mimic venomous species for self-defense. This species shows minimal stable social systems.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Colubrids Genus
Hemorrhois Species
Asian racer 
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