Barred wolf snake
A species of Wolf snakes Scientific name : Lycodon striatus Genus : Wolf snakes
Barred wolf snake, A species of Wolf snakes
Scientific name: Lycodon striatus
Genus: Wolf snakes
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Description General Info
Description
Lycodon striatus, commonly known as the northern wolf snake or the barred wolf snake, is a species of nonvenomous colubrid snake from southern Asia.
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
Barred wolf snake primarily survives on a diet that includes micro-mammals, particularly rodents. Its feeding habit is strongly nocturnal, employing constriction as a primary method to subdue its prey.
Appearance
Barred wolf snake is a medium-sized snake with a slender body and smooth scales. Prominently, it sports a unique black and white stripe pattern extending along its entire body length. The snake has a flat head and a short tail. There are no noticeable differences in appearance between genders, age groups, or subspecies.
Behavior
Barred wolf snake is predominantly nocturnal, hunting prey under the cover of darkness to ensure efficient consumption and capture. This solitary creature is not particularly territorial, often inhabiting overlapping home ranges without conflict. Unique among snakes, barred wolf snake is known for its 'caudal luring' behavior: it wriggles its tail tip to mimic prey, attracting potential food items closer.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Colubrids Genus
Wolf snakes Species
Barred wolf snake 
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