Rhabdophis adleri explained

Rhabdophis adleri is a species of keelback snake in the subfamily Natricinae of the family Colubridae. The species is endemic to China.

Etymology

The specific name, adleri, is in honor of American herpetologist Kraig Adler.[1]

Geographic range

R. adleri is found on Hainan Island, China.

Habitat

The preferred natural habitats of R. adleri are forest, shrubland, and grassland, at altitudes of .

Diet

R. adleri preys upon fishes and frogs.

Reproduction

R. adleri is oviparous.

Further reading

Notes and References

  1. [species:Bo Beolens|Beolens, Bo]