Ranomafana Big-headed Snake

Compsophis laphystius

''Compsophis laphystius'' is a species of snake in the subfamily Pseudoxyrhophiinae of the family Pseudoxyrhophiidae. The species is endemic to Madagascar.
Compsophis laphystius this nocturnal snake has been found in Ranomafana primary forest, Madagascar. it is about 30cm long (adult size). it is recognized by its yellow skin and its thin size. this snake species have a particular dark spot right behind its eyes. Compsophis laphystius,Geotagged,Madagascar,Rainforest,Ranomafana National Park

Habitat

The preferred natural habitat of ''C. laphystius'' is the riparian zone of humid forest.

Reproduction

''C. laphystius'' is oviparous.

Food

''C. laphystius'' preys upon frogs.

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Status: Least concern
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Taxonomy
KingdomAnimalia
DivisionChordata
ClassReptilia
OrderSquamata
FamilyPseudoxyrhophiidae
GenusCompsophis
SpeciesC. laphystius
Photographed in
Madagascar