AnAge entry for Dasypeltis atra

Classification (HAGRID: 03336)

Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia
    Phylum: Chordata
        Class: Reptilia (Taxon entry)
            Order: Squamata
                Family: Colubridae
                    Genus: Dasypeltis
Species
Dasypeltis atra
Common name
African egg-eating snake

Lifespan, ageing, and relevant traits

Maximum longevity
Not yet established
Observations

Not much is known about the longevity of these animals, though they have been reported to live up to 5.2 years [0485]. Considering the longevity of similar species, maximum longevity could be significantly underestimated.

Life history traits (averages)

Female sexual maturity
Male sexual maturity
Adult weight
72.25 g

Metabolism

No information on metabolism is available.

References

External Resources

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ITIS 1081714
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Taxonomy ID 186579
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