Mexican lyre snake
A species of Lyre snakes, Also known as Falsa nauyaca mexicana Scientific name : Trimorphodon tau Genus : Lyre snakes
Mexican lyre snake, A species of Lyre snakes
Also known as:
Falsa nauyaca mexicana
Scientific name: Trimorphodon tau
Genus: Lyre snakes
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Description
Mexican lyre snake can be found in arid parts of southern Mexico, where they shelter in rock piles, sandy soil, and dry forest edges. They are good climbers and often warm themselves on roads or rock outcroppings just after dusk. Besides their lyre-shaped patches, they have a T-shaped patch on their heads. They are mildly venomous, but harmless to humans.
General Info
Lifespan
15-20 years
Diet
Mexican lyre snake is primarily a carnivorous species, exhibiting a strong predilection for arthropods, particularly spiders and centipedes. It employs a combination of active foraging and ambush tactics to capture its prey.
Appearance
Mexican lyre snake is a medium-sized snake with a slim, elongated body covered in smooth, shiny scales. It sports a predominantly grayish-brown coloration, which is occasionally punctuated by dark, irregular crossbands. Its most distinguishing physical feature is its large, forward-facing eyes with vertical pupils. There are no significant gender-based differences in appearance or any notable age-related variations.
Behavior
Mexican lyre snake is a nocturnal species, chiefly active at night. With an arboreal lifestyle, it moves adeptly within foliage searching for prey, mainly consuming insects. Lacking social structure, these solitary snakes only interact during mating season. Defensive displays include flattening their body and head to appear larger. No migration or territorial behavior has been observed in mexican lyre snake.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Colubrids Genus
Lyre snakes Species
Mexican lyre snake 
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