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Spotted green snake

A species of Philothamnus
Scientific name : Philothamnus punctatus Genus : Philothamnus

Spotted green snake, A species of Philothamnus
Scientific name: Philothamnus punctatus
Genus: Philothamnus
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Spotted green snake (Philothamnus punctatus) Photo By michelemenegon , used under CC-BY-NC-4.0 /Cropped and compressed from original

Description

Spotted green snake is known for its unique ecological niche as an arboreal snake, crafting a life amidst the treetops mainly in African regions. An active diurnal predator, it exhibits a specialized diet composed almost exclusively of molluscs, primarily land snails, and uses a fascinating strategy of extracting the soft parts of the snail, leaving the shell intact. This distinct feeding habit substantiates its vital role in regulating snail populations, affecting the ecosystem dynamics positively.

General Info

Lifespan

5-10 years

Diet

Spotted green snake follows an ophiophagous diet, predominantly consuming other snakes. Characterized by an active foraging approach, it selects prey based mostly on size, preferentially preying on smaller, more manageable snakes.

Appearance

Spotted green snake is a slender snake of medium size. Its skin is smooth and iridescent, mainly dark green to teal, interrupted by small blue speckles scattered across the body. The distinguishing feature is the yellow or light green underbelly. Juvenile specimens typically have brighter coloration compared to adults. This species does not exhibit significant sexual dimorphism.

Behavior

Spotted green snake is an arboreal (tree-dwelling) species with vivid diurnal (daytime) activities. Solitary in nature, its territorial behavior includes displaying its brightly colored underbelly as a warning to intruders. It exhibits a unique ambush hunting technique with a swift strike speed. Remarkably adaptable, spotted green snake has the ability to adjust its activities in response to environmental changes.
Spotted green snake (Philothamnus punctatus) Spotted green snake (Philothamnus punctatus) Photo By michelemenegon , used under CC-BY-NC-4.0 /Cropped and compressed from original

Scientific Classification

Phylum
Chordates
Class
Reptiles
Order
Lizards and snakes
Family
Colubrids
Genus
Philothamnus
Species
Spotted green snake
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