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  • Atractus taphorni

    Atractus taphorni

    Atractus taphorni is a medium-sized, nocturnal snake found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America, displaying distinctive brown and black bands for camouflage. This vulnerable species thrives in high humidity environments, feeding primarily on small invertebrates and playing a vital role in its ecosystem.

  • Atractus stygius

    Atractus stygius

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  • Atractus surucucu

    Atractus surucucu

    Atractus surucucu, or Surucucu snake, is a slender, nocturnal predator found in the humid forests of South America, particularly in the Amazon basin. Known for its distinctive dark coloration and secretive behavior, it primarily feeds on small rodents and amphibians, playing a crucial role in maintaining ecosystem balance.

  • Atractus steyermarki

    Atractus steyermarki

    Discover the Atractus steyermarki, or Steyermark’s snail-eater, a vulnerable snake species native to the tropical rainforests of Venezuela and the northern Andes. This nocturnal predator, measuring 30 to 50 cm, plays a crucial role in its ecosystem by controlling snail populations and thrives in humid environments rich in leaf litter and debris.

  • Atractus snethlageae

  • Atractus schach

    Atractus schach

    Discover the fascinating Atractus schach, a fossorial snake native to the tropical rainforests of South America, known for its slender body, distinctive dark bands, and diet consisting primarily of earthworms and small invertebrates. This elusive species plays a vital role in its ecosystem by controlling invertebrate populations and serving as prey for larger predators.

  • Atractus serranus

    Atractus serranus

    The Atractus serranus, known as the “mountain snake,” is a slender, nocturnal species found in the humid forests of the Andes, primarily feeding on small invertebrates and amphibians. With its striking dark coloration and vulnerability due to habitat loss, it plays an essential role in maintaining ecological balance in its high-altitude environment.

  • Atractus sanguineus

  • Atractus savagei

    Atractus savagei

    The Atractus savagei, commonly found in the tropical rainforests of Colombia and Venezuela, is a medium-sized snake known for its secretive, nocturnal behavior and distinctive dark brown coloration with banding. This fossorial species plays a crucial role in its ecosystem, primarily preying on small invertebrates while facing threats from habitat loss and deforestation.

  • Atractus sanctaemartae

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