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ALMADEN LIOPHIS Erythrolamprus almadensis
Like other species of Erythrolamprus (ex-Liophis) this species is a fast-moving, ground-dwelling snake. Non-aggressive, when threatened they flatten the body to make themselves appear larger, but if that fails they hide the head under the body and hope you leave them alone!! It is a small species reaching a maximum of 60cm and typical of open grassy areas where they feed on rodents and lizards. Note the distinctive reddish pattern on the underside.
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FIGURE 1 - (FPREP238PH) Adult dorsal, Estancia Kanguery, PN San Rafael (Alberto Esquivel October 2006).
FIGURE 2 - (FPREP239PH) Same individual ventral (Alberto Esquivel October 2006).
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