Xenodon neuwiedii


Xenodon neuwiedii, also known commonly as Neuwied's false fer-de-lance, is a species of snake in the subfamily Dipsadinae of the family Colubridae. The species is native to eastern central South America.

Etymology

The specific name, neuwiedii, is in honor of German naturalist Prince Maximilian of Wied-Neuwied.

Geographic distribution

Xenodon neuwiedii is found in extreme northeastern Argentina, southeastern Brazil, and southeastern Paraguay.

Habitat

The preferred natural habitat of Xenodon neuwiedii is forest.

Behavior

Xenodon neuwiedii is terrestrial and diurnal.

Diet

Xenodon neuwiedii preys predominately upon toads, but also upon other frogs.

Reproduction

Xenodon neuwiedii is oviparous.