False smooth snake
A species of False smooth snake Scientific name : Macroprotodon mauritanicus Genus : False smooth snake
False smooth snake, A species of False smooth snake
Scientific name: Macroprotodon mauritanicus
Genus: False smooth snake
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Description
False smooth snake is an enigmatic reptile, displaying an underground lifestyle that makes it less visible than most species. This secretive behavior is an interesting survival mechanism that protects it from predators. Additionally, false smooth snake is known for its ophiophagy, an unusual feeding strategy of consuming other snake species, showcasing its role as a predator in its ecosystem.
General Info
Lifespan
9-12 years
Diet
False smooth snake primarily feeds on invertebrates and small lizards. Known for its opportunistic feeding habits, this snake also consumes small mammals and birds, showing preference for nocturnal prey.
Appearance
False smooth snake is a small-sized snake, approximating a length of 60cm. It holds a slender, cylindrical body distinctively covered by smooth, glossy scales. Its coloration varies from pale brown to dark gray with often conspicuous black transverse bars. The head bears no distinct demarcation from the neck, possessing a blackish top, which serves as an effective camouflage. No significant gender or age-based modifications are evident within the species.
Behavior
False smooth snake exhibits primarily nocturnal and secretive behaviors, often foraging alone under cover of darkness. Famed for defensive behaviors such as flattening its body and hissing when threatened, it is a solitary species. Adapted to arid environments, false smooth snake does not migrate but remains within its established territory.
Photo By Conselleria de Medi Ambient i Mobilitat, Govern des Illes Balears , used under CC-BY-SA-3.0 /Cropped and compressed from original 
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Colubrids Genus
False smooth snake Species
False smooth snake 
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