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  • Boiga cynodon

    Boiga cynodon

    Product The Boiga cynodon, or Common Cat-eyed Snake, is a medium-sized, arboreal snake known for its striking coloration and unique triangular-shaped head. Found in Southeast Asia’s humid rainforests, it primarily preys on small mammals and birds, making it a fascinating addition for herpetology enthusiasts.

  • Aspidoscelis carmenensis

    Aspidoscelis carmenensis

    Discover the Aspidoscelis carmenensis, or Carmen Whiptail Lizard, a slender, agile reptile thriving in the arid landscapes of northwestern Mexico. This fascinating species, known for its striking coloration and active diurnal behavior, plays a crucial role in its ecosystem by controlling insect populations and serving as prey for larger animals.

  • Boiga bourreti

    Boiga bourreti

    Boiga bourreti, commonly known as Bourret’s Water Snake, is a medium-sized, nocturnal snake found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, characterized by its striking brown or olive coloration with dark patterns. This agile predator primarily hunts small mammals and birds, playing a vital role in its ecosystem, but is currently listed as vulnerable due…

  • Bothrolycus ater

    Bothrolycus ater

    Discover the captivating Bothrolycus ater, also known as the black snail-eating snake, which thrives in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. This nocturnal predator, recognized for its sleek glossy black appearance and impressive ability to consume slugs several times its size, plays a vital role in maintaining the ecological balance by controlling mollusk…

  • Bothrocophias andianus

    Bothrocophias andianus

    Bothrocophias andianus This striking snake, found in the high-altitude environments of the Andean mountain range, is known for its earth-toned coloration, ambush hunting behavior, and its crucial role in maintaining ecosystem balance. With a vulnerable conservation status, it primarily preys on small mammals and birds while adapting to its rocky habitat.

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  • Borikenophis sanctaecrucis

    Borikenophis sanctaecrucis

    The Borikenophis sanctaecrucis, or Saint Croix Python, is a medium-sized, nocturnal snake native to the tropical forests of Saint Croix, exhibiting a slender body with rich brown to vibrant green coloration and distinctive spot-like markings. This arboreal constrictor plays a crucial role in its ecosystem by regulating populations of small mammals and birds, while being…

  • Boiruna maculata

    Boiruna maculata

    The Boiruna maculata, or spotted boiruna, is a vibrant, slender species native to the tropical forests of northeastern South America, known for its striking spot patterns, nocturnal behavior, and role in controlling insect populations.

  • Boiruna sertaneja

    Boiruna sertaneja

    Discover the Boiruna sertaneja, a slender, nocturnal snake found in the caatinga ecosystem of northeastern Brazil, known for its excellent camouflage and diet consisting of small mammals, birds, and lizards. With a vulnerable conservation status, this species plays a crucial role in maintaining ecological balance as both a predator and prey.

  • Boiga tanahjampeana

    Boiga tanahjampeana

    Discover the captivating Boiga tanahjampeana, a striking snake native to Southeast Asia’s tropical rainforests, known for its slender 1.2 to 2-meter body, golden yellow to light brown coloration with darker bands, and nocturnal hunting behavior. As a vital predator, it plays a crucial role in its ecosystem while facing threats from habitat destruction, making conservation…

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  • Clelia clelia
    Clelia clelia

    Discover the Eastern Racer, Clelia clelia, a stunning snake native to Central and South America, known for its striking black and yellow scales and agility. This diurnal predator thrives in tropical habitats, playing a vital role in local ecosystems by controlling populations of frogs and small mammals.

  • Craspedocephalus puniceus
    Craspedocephalus puniceus

    Discover the vibrant Craspedocephalus puniceus, or Scarlet-headed Rock Python, known for its striking red head and patterned body, thriving in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia. This nocturnal predator plays a crucial role in its ecosystem, controlling rodent populations while exhibiting unique climbing behaviors and territorial displays.

  • Craspedocephalus gramineus
    Craspedocephalus gramineus

    Discover the Craspedocephalus gramineus, or grassy-headed snake, a vulnerable species native to tropical grasslands in South America, characterized by its greenish-yellow coloration and nocturnal hunting behavior. This slender snake plays a vital role in its ecosystem, preying on small mammals and insects while showcasing impressive camouflage against its natural habitat.

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