Yellow-red rat snake
A species of Pseudelaphe Scientific name : Pseudelaphe flavirufa Genus : Pseudelaphe
Yellow-red rat snake, A species of Pseudelaphe
Scientific name: Pseudelaphe flavirufa
Genus: Pseudelaphe
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Description General Info
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Pseudelaphe is a genus of snake in the Colubridae family that contains the sole species Pseudelaphe flavirufa. It is commonly known as the Mexican short-tail snake.
General Info
Lifespan
7-10 years
Diet
Yellow-red rat snake is predominantly herbivorous, relying primarily on tree foliage, fresh grass, and twigs. This species has a preference for fresh, succulent vegetation, often choosing new growth over older leaves.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Colubrids Genus
Pseudelaphe Species
Yellow-red rat snake