Tropidophis xanthogaster explained

Tropidophis xanthogaster, also known commonly as the Guanahacabibes dwarf boa and the Guanahacabibes trope, is a species of snake in the family Tropidophiidae (dwarf boas). The species is endemic to the Guanahacabibes Peninsula, in the province of Pinar del Río, western Cuba.

Etymology

The specific name, xanthogaster, from Greek xantho- (yellow) and gaster (venter), refers to the yellow underside of this species.

Habitat

The preferred natural habitat of T. xanthogaster is forest with shaded rocky areas and caves, at elevations up to .

Description

Dorsally, T. xanthogaster is grayish-brown with eight rows of dark brown spots. Ventrally, it is yellow. It may attain a snout-to-vent length (SVL) of about .[1]

Reproduction

T. xanthogaster is ovoviviparous.[1]

Further reading

Notes and References

  1. www.reptile-database.com.