Pseudorabdion mcnamarae


Pseudorabdion mcnamarae, also known commonly as McNamara's burrowing snake, is a species of snake in the subfamily Calamariinae of the family Colubridae. The species is endemic to the Philippines.

Etymology

The specific name, mcnamarae, is in honor of Homer McNamara who was superintendent of La Carlota Agricultural Station, Philippines, and assisted Taylor in the field.

Geographic distribution

In the Philippines, Pseudorabdion mcnamarae is found on the islands of Biliran, Cebu, Masbate, Negros, Panay, Sibuyan, and Tablas.

Habitat

Pseudorabdion mcnamarae inhabits primary and secondary forests, at elevations of, where it occurs under rotting leaves on the forest floor.

Behavior

Pseudorabdion mcnamarae is terrestrial and semi-fossorial.

Diet

Pseudorabdion mcnamarae preys predominately upon worms.

Reproduction

Pseudorabdion mcnamarae is oviparous.