Black-banded cat-eyed snake
A species of Cat-eyed snakes Scientific name : Leptodeira nigrofasciata Genus : Cat-eyed snakes
Black-banded cat-eyed snake, A species of Cat-eyed snakes
Scientific name: Leptodeira nigrofasciata
Genus: Cat-eyed snakes
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Description General Info
Description
The black-banded cat-eyed snake is a nocturnal, climbing Central American species with dramatic black-and-white or black-and-cream banding, giving it its name. Unlike some cat-eyed snake species, it is completely nonvenomous, despite having the same diet and hunting strategies.
General Info
Lifespan
10-15 years
Diet
Black-banded cat-eyed snake primarily consumes insects, prominently ants and crickets, with its diet mainly consisting of these small arthropods. This snake uses its venom to immobilize its prey before ingesting them.
Appearance
Black-banded cat-eyed snake are medium-sized snakes with elongated, cylindrical bodies covered in smooth scales. They showcase distinctive black and white transverse bands, making their appearance striking. The species doesn't bear any additional physical features like horns or wings. No noticeable visual differences are seen across age, gender, or subspecies.
Behavior
Black-banded cat-eyed snake is a solitary, crepuscular and nocturnal species. It hunts by ambushing its prey, primarily focusing on frogs. This species exhibits oviparous reproduction, with females laying clutches in the rainy season. Unusually, black-banded cat-eyed snake fakes death as a defensive tactic when threatened, deceiving predators and allowing for escape.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Dipsadinae Genus
Cat-eyed snakes Species
Black-banded cat-eyed snake 
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