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AnAge entry for Heterodon nasicus

Classification (HAGRID: 03682)
TaxonomyKingdom: Animalia
    Phylum: Chordata
        Class: Reptilia (Taxon entry)
            Order: Squamata
                Family: Colubridae
                    Genus: Heterodon
SpeciesHeterodon nasicus
Common nameMexican hognose snake

Lifespan, ageing, and relevant traits

Maximum longevity19.8 years (captivity)
Sourceref. 485
Sample sizemedium
Data qualityacceptable
ObservationsNo observations are presently available

Life history traits (averages)

Female sexual maturity730 days
Male sexual maturity730 days
Incubation56 days
Clutch size13 (oviparous)
Adult weight

Metabolism

No information on metabolism available.

References
[0485] Andrew Snider and J. Bowler (1992), Longevity of Reptiles and Amphibians in North American Collections, Second Edition
[0468] John Behler and F. King (1979), The National Audubon Society Field Guide to North American Reptiles and Amphibians

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