Species information
Mexican Rosy Boa
Lichanura trivirgata trivirgata
Common name
Mexican Rosy Boa
Scientific name
Lichanura trivirgata trivirgata
Family
Boidae
Appearance
The mexican rosy boa is a small and stocky snake. Three stripes of brown/black run down its body and sit upon a yellow/beige/buff or light brown background.
Locality
Mexico (northern mainly).
Adult size
2-3ft.
Approx lifespan
15 years+.
REcomended vivarium size
24x12x15in.
Basic set up type
Dry/Savannah. Hides should be provided in both the warm and the cool end.
Diet
The diet for the Mexican Rosy Boa should be made up of rodents.
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