Night snake
A species of Night snakes, Also known as Isla tortuga nightsnake Scientific name : Hypsiglena torquata Genus : Night snakes
Night snake, A species of Night snakes
Also known as:
Isla tortuga nightsnake
Scientific name: Hypsiglena torquata
Genus: Night snakes
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Description
Hypsiglena torquata, commonly known as the night snake, is a species of rear-fanged colubrid. It ranges throughout the southwestern and western United States, as well as Mexico and British Columbia, Canada.
General Info
Lifespan
15-20 years
Diet
Night snake predominantly feeds on small vertebrates, particularly reptiles and mammals. With nocturnal hunting strategies, it actively seeks out its prey which notably includes rodents, lizards, and smaller snakes.
Appearance
Night snake is a small-sized snake with a slender, cylindrical body covered in slick, scaly skin. Its predominant coloration is light brown, although the back is marked with a series of dark brown, tan, or black blotches. Juveniles possess a more vivid contrast. A distinctive feature is a dark collar-like mark on the neck, earning it the common name 'night snake'. Beyond the gender-based size difference, males and females share a similar appearance.
Behavior
Night snake exhibits primarily nocturnal behavior, coming out at night to hunt for small reptiles and rodents. An efficient burrower, it takes advantage of existing rodent tunnels and crevices for cover. Known for its efficient venom delivery mechanism, it predominantly uses envenomation during predation. A cryptic and solitary species, it employs coloration for camouflage, blending seamlessly with its desert habitat.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Dipsadinae Genus
Night snakes Species
Night snake 
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