Keeled rat snake
A species of Rat snakes Scientific name : Ptyas carinata Genus : Rat snakes
Keeled rat snake, A species of Rat snakes
Scientific name: Ptyas carinata
Genus: Rat snakes
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Description
Commonly known as the keeled rat snake, Ptyas carinata is a species of colubrid snake. It is found in Indonesia, Myanmar, Malaysia, Thailand, Philippines, Cambodia, Vietnam and Singapore.
General Info
Lifespan
15-20 years
Appearance
Keeled rat snake is a large, slender-bodied snake, lacking any fur, but possessing smooth, shiny scales. Its body exhibits a dominant coloration of dark green to brown, often speckled or banded with lighter shades. The species has a characteristically elongated body and tapering tail. There are no prominent horns, wings, or other distinct features, and no significant differences in appearance due to age, gender, or subspecies.
Behavior
Keeled rat snake displays a solitary nature, often found in lowland forests or agricultural areas. It's primarily a nocturnal hunter, exhibiting terrestrial predation with a diet including rodents and birds. This species is non-territorial, focusing on foraging rather than territorial defense. Quick and reticent, it uses agility for efficient predation.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Colubrids Genus
Rat snakes Species
Keeled rat snake 
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