Scaphiodontophis annulatus explained

Scaphiodontophis annulatus, commonly known as the Guatemala neckband snake, is a species of snake in the family Colubridae. The species is native to southern Mexico, Central America, and Colombia. There are four recognized subspecies.

Taxonomy

The following four subspecies are recognized as being valid. The subspecific name, dugandi, is in honor of Colombian biologist Armando Dugand.[1]

Distribution and habitat

S. annulatus is found in Mexico, Belize, Colombia, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua.

The preferred natural habitat of S. annulatus is forest at altitudes from sea level to 1200m (3,900feet).

Reproduction

S. annulatus is oviparous.

Further reading

Notes and References

  1. [Janis Roze|Roze]