Calamaria alcalai

Calamaria alcalai, also known commonly as Alcala's reed snake, is a species of snake in the subfamily Calamariinae of the family, Colubridae. The species is endemic to the island of Mindoro in the Philippines.

Etymology

The specific name, alcalai, is in honor of Filipino herpetologist Angel C. Alcala.

Description

Dorsally, Calamaria alcalai is maroon. Ventrally, it is yellow to cream-colored. The dorsal scales are arranged in 13 rows throughout the length of the body.

Habitat

The preferred natural habitat of Calamaria alcalai is forest.

Behavior

Calamaria alcalai is terrestrial and fossorial.

Diet

Calamaria alcalai preys exclusively upon worms.

Reproduction

The mode of reproduction of Calamaria alcalai is unknown.