|
Red-tailed ratsnake Despite the name, adult red-tailed ratsnakes can have red, orange, or gray tails. Juveniles have black spots that generally fade as they age. Most adults are bright green. The red-tailed ratsnake has ridges on its ventral scales that help it grip the trunks and branches of the trees, where it spends most of its time. Red-tailed ratsnakes are carnivorous reptiles, eating birds, frogs, lizards, small mammals, and even their own eggs and nestlings. Because these snakes breed year-round, females can produce three to four clutches in one year. Similar to most other reptiles, red-tailed ratsnakes lay their eggs and then leave the nest.  © MSA 2005 Range: southeast Asia Habitat: tropical forests and mangroves 
|
Squares link to animal fun facts. |
