Tropidonophis doriae


Tropidonophis doriae, commonly known as the barred keelback, is a species of snake in the subfamily Natricinae of the family Colubridae. The species is native to New Guinea and some nearby islands.

Etymology

The specific name, doriae, commemorates Italian naturalist Giacomo Doria.

Geographic range

Tropidonophis doriae can be found in the Aru Islands and in New Guinea.

Habitat

The preferred natural habitat of Tropidonophis doriae is forest near streams, at altitudes from sea level to.

Diet

Tropidonophis doriae preys upon frogs, including their eggs and tadpoles, and on fishes.

Reproduction

Tropidonophis doriae is oviparous. Clutch size is 2–8 eggs.