Micropisthodon
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Micropisthodon ochraceus

Micropisthodon is a monotypic genus created for the poorly-known rear-fanged snake species, Micropisthodon ochraceus, found in eastern Madagascar. No subspecies are currently recognized.

Appearance

Maximum recorded length is 70 cm (28 in). Back is brownish, with alternating dark and light areas, and the dark areas sometimes forming chevrons. Dentition is apparently aglyphous. Pupils are circular.

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The species is oviparous. One dissected female contained 10 small eggs.

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References

1. Micropisthodon Wikipedia article - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Micropisthodon
2. Micropisthodon on The IUCN Red List site - https://www.iucnredlist.org/species/172931/6943611

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