Lacépède's ground snake
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Erythrolamprus cursor

Lacépède's ground snake (Erythrolamprus cursor ) is a species of snake in the Colubridae family. It is endemic to Martinique. Little is known of it scientifically, and few photographs exist.

Distribution

Geography

It has been reported on Diamond Rock (Rocher du Diamant ), which may be the last refuge for the species.

Habits and Lifestyle

The snake is diurnal and lives on the ground, usually hidden under leaves and wood. It hunts reptiles and amphibians.

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Population

Population number

The importation to Martinique of other species of snakes, and of mongooses to control them, have driven it to near extinction.

References

1. Lacépède's ground snake Wikipeida article - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lacépède's_ground_snake
2. Lacépède's ground snake on The IUCN Red List site - https://www.iucnredlist.org/species/12079/115104218

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