Sunbeam snake
A species of Sunbeam snakes Scientific name : Xenopeltis unicolor Genus : Sunbeam snakes
Sunbeam snake, A species of Sunbeam snakes
Scientific name: Xenopeltis unicolor
Genus: Sunbeam snakes
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Description
Xenopeltis unicolor is a non-venomous sunbeam snake species found in Southeast Asia and some regions of Indonesia. This is a primitive snake known for both its highly iridescent scales and its ability to reproduce quickly, as it is oviparous and as such can lay up to 10 eggs at a time. No subspecies are currently recognized.
General Info
Lifespan
20-30 years
Diet
Sunbeam snake, commonly known as the Sunbeam Snake, is predominantly a carnivore, preying mainly on small vertebrates. It displays a preference for consuming frogs and small rodents, with occasional feeding on reptiles and invertebrates.
Appearance
The sunbeam snake is a medium-sized snake known for its uniformly sleek, shiny, iridescent skin, which refracts light to exhibit an array of colors, predominantly a rich blue-black. The snake has a lightly built, elongated body and a narrow head. It lacks distinctive markings, contributing to its 'unicolor' reputation. There are no discernible differences in appearance due to age, gender, or subspecies.
Behavior
Sunbeam snake displays nocturnal behavior, predominantly hunting during the evening hours. It has a unique hunting method called 'waiting-and-watching', allowing it to conserve energy while stalking prey. It's a solitary reptile with little social interaction outside mating periods. Not territorial, it often changes its habitat depending on prey availability.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Sunbeam snakes Genus
Sunbeam snakes Species
Sunbeam snake 
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