Brown kukri snake
A species of Kukri snakes Scientific name : Oligodon purpurascens Genus : Kukri snakes
Brown kukri snake, A species of Kukri snakes
Scientific name: Oligodon purpurascens
Genus: Kukri snakes
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Description General Info
Description
The brown kukri snake (Oligodon purpurascens) is a species of snake of the family Colubridae.
General Info
Lifespan
5-10 years
Diet
Brown kukri snake is a carnivorous species that predominantly subsists on a diet of small rodents. These snakes also exhibit cannibalistic tendencies, occasionally indulging in the consumption of individuals of their own species.
Appearance
Brown kukri snake is a small and slender snake with an elongated body covered in smooth, glossy scales. Its dominant coloration is a vibrant purplish-red, lending it a unique aesthetic appeal. The head bears three yellow or orange stripes, winding from the eyes to the mouth, while the underbelly is a contrasting uniform creamy white. Notably, the male displays more striking hues than the female; however, there are no significant differences in terms of size or markings.
Behavior
Brown kukri snake exhibits a largely solitary nature, with occasional aggregations. While primarily nocturnal, it is also active in the early evening and pre-dawn hours. It demonstrates curling behavior when threatened, exposing its brightly colored underbelly as a warning display. Its diet primarily includes invertebrates, which it hunts using a keen sensory perception.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Colubrids Genus
Kukri snakes Species
Brown kukri snake 
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