Forskal sand snake
A species of Sand-snake Scientific name : Psammophis schokari Genus : Sand-snake
Forskal sand snake, A species of Sand-snake
Scientific name: Psammophis schokari
Genus: Sand-snake
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Description General Info
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Description
Schokari sand racer (Psammophis schokari) is a species of Colubrid snake found in parts of Asia and Africa.
General Info
Lifespan
5-10 years
Diet
Forskal sand snake sustains primarily on small vertebrates owing to its carnivorous nature. A significant part of its diet includes lizards, small rodents, and occasionally birds, consuming the whole prey, indicative of its ophiophagous eating habits.
Appearance
Forskal sand snake is a slender, medium-sized snake with smooth scales. Males can reach 85 cm in length while females are often shorter. Its body displays a combination of sandy browns, grays, and black, with a clear black line running down its back, perfectly adapted for a sandy environment. The underneath is usually a paler color. Notably, it lacks limbs and external ears but features forked tongue and narrow head.
Behavior
Forskal sand snake displays diurnal behavior with considerable agility, dexterity, and speed. Typically solitary, it uses its vibrantly banded body for camouflage, evading predators and potentially intimidating smaller prey. This species is also known for its remarkable burrowing ability, using sandy soils for refuge against environmental extremes and predation.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Lamprophiid snakes Genus
Sand-snake Species
Forskal sand snake 
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