Persian rat snake is a species of non-poisonous snake found in western Asia. The species is terrestrial, but is also a good climber.
| Kingdom |
Animalia |
| Phylum |
Chordata |
| Subphylum |
Vertebrata |
| Class |
Reptilia |
| Order |
Squamata |
| Suborder |
Serpentes |
| Family |
Colubridae |
| Subfamily |
Colubrinae |
| Genus |
Zamenis |
| Scientific Name |
Zamenis persicus |
| Length |
Up to 120 cm |
| Color |
Generally jet black with white markings along the sides of the forebody |
| Distribution |
Northwestern Iran and Azerbaijan |
| Habitat |
Forest, dense vegetative areas |
| Diet |
Small mammals, other small reptiles and amphibians |
| Hibernation Fact |
Hibernate during winter |
| Venom Fact |
Non-venomous |
| Mode of Reproduction |
Oviparous (egg laying) |
| Clutch Size |
4 to 8 eggs |
| Incubation Period |
45 to 55 days |
| Average Lifespan |
Around 20 years |
| IUCN Conservation Status |
Data Deficient |
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Zamenis Persicus
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