Species information
Rough-scaled Sand Boa
Eryx canicus spp
Common name
Rough-scaled Sand Boa
Scientific name
Eryx canicus spp
Family
Boidae
Appearance
A buff, grey, tan or yellow background colour is marked by a series of dark spots which merge on the top of the snake into an irregular stripe. The head of the rogh-scaled sand boa is flattened to aid burrowing.
Locality
The savannahs of India, Sri Lanka and Pakistan.
Adult size
About 2ft for females, with males being smaller.
Approx lifespan
12years+.
REcomended vivarium size
24x12x12in.
Basic set up type
Desert set up with deep (3in or so) substrate for burrowing.
Diet
The diet for the Rough-scaled Sand Boa should be made up of rodents.
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