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Atractus matthewi
Species of snake From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Atractus matthewi is a species of snake in the subfamily Dipsadinae of the family Colubridae. The species is endemic to Venezuela.[2]
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Etymology
The specific name, matthewi, is in honor of Matthew Markezich (born 1990), son of the senior describer.[3]: 171
Description
Medium-sized for its genus, Atractus matthewi may attain a total length (tail included) of 36.5 cm (14.4 in). The tail is short, only about 10% of the total length. There are seven upper labials and seven lower labials (rarely six and six). The dorsal scales are arranged in 17 rows throughout the length of the body. The ventrals number 160–168, and the subcaudals 23–28.[2]
Geographic distribution
Atractus matthewi is found in the Venezuelan states of Anzoátegui and Sucre.[1]
Habitat
The preferred natural habitat of Atractus matthewi is forest, at altitudes of 1,660–2,130 m (5,450–6,990 ft), but it has also been found in coffee plantations.[1]
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