Spalerosophis atriceps
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Spalerosophis atriceps

Spalerosophis atriceps is a species of snake in the family Colubridae. The species is endemic to South Asia.

Appearance

S. atriceps may attain a snout-to-vent length (SVL) of 2 m (6.6 ft). Dorsally, it is pale orange, pink, or yellow, with scattered black flecks. The dorsal surface of the head is either entirely black or black and deep red. The sides of the head and the nape of the neck are deep red. Ventrally, it is pinkish.

Distribution

Geography

S. atriceps is found in northwestern India, Nepal, and Pakistan.

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The type locality given in the original description is "Himalaya ".

The preferred habitats of S. atriceps are deserts, rocky areas, and scrub forest.

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Habits and Lifestyle

S. atriceps is nocturnal.

Mating Habits

S. atriceps is oviparous. In India, the adult female lays a clutch of 3 to 8 eggs in October. The eggs are 56–78 mm (2.2–3.1 in) long by 16–27 mm (0.63–1.06 in) wide.

References

1. Spalerosophis atriceps Wikipedia article - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spalerosophis_atriceps

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