Olive grass snake
A species of Natriciteres Scientific name : Natriciteres olivacea Genus : Natriciteres
Olive grass snake, A species of Natriciteres
Scientific name: Natriciteres olivacea
Genus: Natriciteres
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Description General Info
Description
The Olive marsh snake (Natriciteres olivacea) is a species of snake of the family Colubridae.
General Info
Lifespan
5-10 years
Appearance
Olive grass snake is a moderately sized snake, characterized by its slim and smooth-scaled body. Its most distinguishing features are its deep olive-green coloration and white belly, the latter of which lacks any distinct markings. As a member of the Colubridae family, the snake lacks any dramatic features such as wings or horns. There are no significant differences in appearance based on age, gender, or subspecies within this species.
Behavior
Olive grass snake adopts a semi-fossorial lifestyle, residing under leaf litter or loose soil within forest floors or at water edges. This nocturnal species is predominantly solitary except during the breeding season. It is an opportunistic forager preying on small vertebrates. Notably, its colouration aids in camouflage within its earthy habitat.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Natricinae Genus
Natriciteres Species
Olive grass snake 
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