Scientific Name: Leioheterodon madagascariensis

Found In: Mixed grasslands, dry and tropical forests of Madagascar and nearby islands

Size: Can reach 5 – 6 feet in length

Diet: Carnivore: small mammals, lizards, amphibians, birds and eggs

Threat Level: Least Concern

Facts: This species is opistoglyphous, meaning its fangs are in the back of the mouth. They have mild venom, which is not dangerous to humans.

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