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Thamnophis cyrtopsis ocellatus

A species of Garter snakes
Scientific name : Thamnophis cyrtopsis ocellatus Genus : Garter snakes

Thamnophis cyrtopsis ocellatus, A species of Garter snakes
Scientific name: Thamnophis cyrtopsis ocellatus
Genus: Garter snakes
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Thamnophis cyrtopsis ocellatus (Thamnophis cyrtopsis ocellatus) Photo By redfaux , used under CC-BY-NC-4.0 /Cropped and compressed from original

Description

Thamnophis cyrtopsis ocellatus is characterized by its distinctive behaviors and ecological attributes. Renowned for its parietal scutum that shields its vulnerable head, it has an intriguing survival strategy. This nonvenomous creature feeds primarily on amphibians, displaying a preference for an aquatic lifestyle. Thamnophis cyrtopsis ocellatus's viviparous reproductive strategy is an ecological adaptation, giving birth to live young rather than laying eggs, a trait enabling survival in diverse ecosystems.

General Info

Lifespan

6-10 years

Diet

Thamnophis cyrtopsis ocellatus predominantly feeds on small amphibians, such as frogs and toads. It occasionally supplements its diet with earthworms and small fish, demonstrating an opportunistic feeding behavior.

Appearance

Thamnophis cyrtopsis ocellatus is a medium-sized snake typically reaching lengths of 60-95cm. With a slender, elongated body, its smooth scales are predominantly black with notable pale green ocellate (eye-like) markings stretching down from its neck to tail. Females tend to be larger with more vivid markings, while males are usually darker. Juveniles, however, display a brighter color palette until they mature.

Behavior

Thamnophis cyrtopsis ocellatus is primarily diurnal, exhibiting crepuscular feeding habits that involve hunting small amphibians and fish. It is known for its hallmark 'flattened-body' defensive posture. Predominantly solitary, thamnophis cyrtopsis ocellatus interacts only during breeding seasons. Habitat-specific, thamnophis cyrtopsis ocellatus utilizes aquatic environments, seeking wetland refuge when threatened.
Thamnophis cyrtopsis ocellatus (Thamnophis cyrtopsis ocellatus) Thamnophis cyrtopsis ocellatus (Thamnophis cyrtopsis ocellatus) Photo By redfaux , used under CC-BY-NC-4.0 /Cropped and compressed from original

Scientific Classification

Phylum
Chordates
Class
Reptiles
Order
Lizards and snakes
Family
Natricinae
Genus
Garter snakes
Species
Thamnophis cyrtopsis ocellatus
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