Pine-oak snake
A species of Graceful brown snakes Scientific name : Rhadinaea taeniata Genus : Graceful brown snakes
Pine-oak snake, A species of Graceful brown snakes
Scientific name: Rhadinaea taeniata
Genus: Graceful brown snakes
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Description General Info
Description
Rhadinaea taeniata is a species of snake in the family Colubridae . It is found in Mexico.
General Info
Lifespan
5-10 years
Diet
Pine-oak snake chiefly consumes small, soft-bodied invertebrates, particularly larval and adult forms of insects. It exhibits a striking preference for ants, highlighting its role as a specialized insectivore.
Appearance
Pine-oak snake is a small, slender snake with smooth scales. Its color ranges from yellowish-brown to olive, with a light-colored underside. A dark stripe runs from the eye to the corner of the mouth, giving it a unique look. As typical with many snake species, no significant distinctions in appearance exist between age groups, genders, or subspecies.
Behavior
Pine-oak snake exhibits solitary, nocturnal habits, distinguishing itself with a carnivorous diet predominantly of amphibians. An impressive burrower, it seeks refuge underground for protection, part of its survival strategy in its natural environment. This species does not display territorial behaviors, preferring seclusion.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Dipsadinae Genus
Graceful brown snakes Species
Pine-oak snake 
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