Xenodermidae

Xenodermidae
Formosa odd-scaled snake, A. f. formosanus
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Domain: Eukaryota
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Reptilia
Order: Squamata
Suborder: Serpentes
Clade: Colubroides
Family: Xenodermidae
Gray, 1849
Genera

6 genera, see the text

Synonyms

Xenodermatinae Gray, 1849
Xenodermidae Gray, 1849[1][2]

Xenodermidae is a family of snakes native to East Asia, South Asia, and Southeast Asia.[3][4] All species in the family Xenodermidae are small or moderately sized snakes, never more than 80 cm (31 in) but typically less than 55 cm (22 in) in total length (including tail). They are secretive, probably nocturnal, and typically inhabit moist forest habitats. They seem to be opportunistic carnivores, preying on other vertebrates.[4]

The correct spelling of the family name is Xenodermidae,[1][2] not "Xenodermatidae".

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