Storeria occipitomaculata pahasapae
A species of American brown snakes Scientific name : Storeria occipitomaculata pahasapae Genus : American brown snakes
Storeria occipitomaculata pahasapae, A species of American brown snakes
Scientific name: Storeria occipitomaculata pahasapae
Genus: American brown snakes
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Description
The storeria occipitomaculata pahasapae serves as a pertinent example of wildlife adaptability. Known for its peculiar nocturnal habits, this species is often found actively foraging at night, a strategy maximizing nutrient acquisition and reducing predation risk. Furthermore, storeria occipitomaculata pahasapae engages in diverse reproductive strategies, including viviparity, thereby enhancing offspring survival in variable environmental conditions.
General Info
Lifespan
4-10 years
Diet
Storeria occipitomaculata pahasapae primarily subsists on a diet of small invertebrates, particularly earthworms. Moist environments are ideal for these snakes, as such areas host abundant prey including slugs, snails, and soft-bodied beetles.
Appearance
Storeria occipitomaculata pahasapae is a moderately small-sized snake with a slender, cylindrical body covered in smooth scales. It possesses a prominent reddish-brown coloration with a yellowish-belly and distinct black spots near the head. No definite distinguishing factors are noticed due to age, gender, or subspecies. It does not have any typical features like wings or horns.
Behavior
Storeria occipitomaculata pahasapae is primarily solitary, and adept at hiding under leaf litter due to its small size & coloring, which provides excellent camouflage. Hunting is predominantly nocturnal, feeding on invertebrates like slugs and earthworms. Storeria occipitomaculata pahasapae relies on cryptic coloration and swift movement to evade predators, rather than fighting or defending territory.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Natricinae Genus
American brown snakes 
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