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Patagonia green racer

A species of Green snakes, Also known as Patagonian racer
Scientific name : Philodryas patagoniensis Genus : Green snakes

Patagonia green racer, A species of Green snakes
Also known as:
Patagonian racer
Scientific name: Philodryas patagoniensis
Genus: Green snakes
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Patagonia green racer (Philodryas patagoniensis) Photo By herr-hermann , used under CC-BY-NC-4.0 /Cropped and compressed from original

Description

Patagonia green racer exhibits considerable ecological resilience, evidenced by its wide distribution across South America's diverse landscapes. This cold-tolerant reptile engages in an unusual form of hunting behaviour involving 'caudal luring', a deceptive tactic where the snake wiggles its brightly colored tail to mimic prey, luring predators within striking range. Patagonia green racer also demonstrates a viviparous reproductive strategy, bearing live young rather than laying eggs, a significant advantage in colder habitats.

General Info

Lifespan

10-15 years

Diet

Patagonia green racer is a carnivorous species primarily consuming small vertebrates. Its diet largely comprises mammals, birds, reptiles, and amphibians, indicating its preference for live prey over insects or carrion.

Appearance

Patagonia green racer is a slender, medium-sized snake reaching up to 1.5 meters with smooth, glossy scales. It sports a greenish-gray to brown body with a vivid stripe pattern of black and white. The species lacks appendages like wings or horns, and it carries a slim, tapering tail. They exhibit minimal apparent differences in appearance with respect to age, gender, or subspecies.

Behavior

Patagonia green racer is a solitary and diurnal creature. It presents an ambush hunting style, waiting motionless for prey to approach within striking distance. Notably, patagonia green racer uses constriction to immobilize its prey. This species also exhibits an escape behavior when threatened, fleeing quickly without displaying aggression.

Population

Stable
Patagonia green racer (Philodryas patagoniensis) Patagonia green racer (Philodryas patagoniensis) Photo By herr-hermann , used under CC-BY-NC-4.0 /Cropped and compressed from original

Scientific Classification

Phylum
Chordates
Class
Reptiles
Order
Lizards and snakes
Family
Dipsadinae
Genus
Green snakes
Species
Patagonia green racer
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