Rainbow Boa Snake

scientific name

Epicrates cenchria

size

Length. ~ 6.5'

characteristics

Adaptations/Coloration. cryptic coloration resembles branches or tree trunks " skin iridescent " name for iridescence sheen on skin in sunlight " light waves strike scales " structure of scales reflects back to eyes blue, green, & violet of spectrum
Climb. prehensile tail assists
Food. constricts food
Hind Legs. vestigial " appear as anal spurs on males " occasionally on females

reproduction/life span

Young. born live

diet

carnivore
Wild. birds & small mammals
Zoo. mice & chicks

habitat/range

rock piles in tropical areas " Central & South America

status

CITES App II

oregon zoo exhibit

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