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Ptyas fusca
| Family Name: | Colubridae |
| Taxonomic Group: | Vertebrates (Reptile) |
| Common Name: | White-bellied Rat Snake |
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Description
| Description | Head distinct from slender body with smooth dorsal scales. Brown above with a reddish brown stripe along the middle of the back on the rear part of the body and tail. A broad black stripe along the sides at rear part of body and tail. Underside yellowish or white. |
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Ecology, Habitat & Location
| Ecological Notes | Diurnal species. Inhabits mature forest and known to be found near water. Feeds on lizards and rats. |
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| Habitats | Forest |
| Nature Reserves | Bukit Timah Nature Reserve, Central Catchment Nature Reserve |
Status
| Species Status | Native |
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| Conservation Status | Rare |
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References
| References | Baker, N. & Lim, K. 2008. Wild animals of Singapore. Singapore: Draco Publishing and Distribution Pte Ltd. 180pp |
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