Epicrates maurus

(Epicrates maurus)

Description

Epicrates maurus is a species of non-venomous constrictor, in the family Boinae, found in Amazon region of South America. Common name is Colombian rainbow boa. While a terrestrial species, with its moderate size and weight it has a semi-arboreal life. Rainbow boas are known for their attractive iridescent sheen on their scales in the sunlight.

Taxonomic tree:

Domain:
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum:
Class: Reptilia
Order:Squamata
Family:Boidae
Genus:Epicrates
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