Large shieldtail snake
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Rhinophis saffragamus

Rhinophis saffragamus, the large shieldtail snake, is a species of snake in the family Uropeltidae, which is endemic to the island of Sri Lanka. No subspecies are currently recognized.

Distribution

Geography

It is found in Sri Lanka in central and southern Uva and Sabaragamuwa Provinces. Vertical range is from near sea level to 900 m elevation.

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The type locality given is "Philippinschen Inseln": in error, according to M.A. Smith (1943).

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References

1. Large shieldtail snake Wikipedia article - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Large_shieldtail_snake

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