Tang water snake
A species of Myrrophis, Also known as Chinese water snake Scientific name : Myrrophis chinensis Genus : Myrrophis
Tang water snake, A species of Myrrophis
Also known as:
Chinese water snake
Scientific name: Myrrophis chinensis
Genus: Myrrophis
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Description
The Chinese water snake, Chinese smooth water snake, Chinese mud snake or Chinese rice paddy snake (Enhydris chinensis or Myrrophis chinensis) is a species of mildly venomous, rear-fanged snake, endemic to Asia.
General Info
Lifespan
5-10 years
Diet
Tang water snake is a specialised piscivore, relying largely on small fish for nourishment. This species captures prey using short, rapid lunges, reflecting its adaptability to aquatic habitats.
Appearance
Tang water snake is an eel-like species with a long, slender body, and it lacks scales. It has small eyes on a tapered snout leading to an elongated, finless tail. The body exhibits a wavy, striped pattern, alternating between pale yellow and olive-brown. Its undersides are a lighter shade. Both males and females appear similar, and their size varies between 16-50 cm depending on age and subspecies.
Behavior
Tang water snake is primarily nocturnal, hunting for its prey of small aquatic organisms in the cover of darkness. The species tends to remain solitary except during mating periods. It exhibits an ambush predatory strategy, and employs a hydrodynamic body profile for swift and efficient navigation in its freshwater habitat.
Population
Increasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Mud snakes Genus
Myrrophis Species
Tang water snake 
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