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Chilabothrus strigilatus

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Chilabothrus strigilatus
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Chilabothrus strigilatus, also known commonly as the Bahamian boa, is a species of snake in the family Boidae. The species is endemic to the Bahamas. There are five recognized subspecies.[2]

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Habitat

The preferred natural habitats of C. strigilatus are forest and shrubland, but it has also been found in gardens.[1]

Diet

Large adults of C. strigilatus prey upon both warm-blooded (birds, rodents) and cold-blooded (frogs, lizards) animals. Smaller adults and young prey predominately on lizards of the genus Anolis.[1]

Reproduction

C. strigilatus is viviparous and reproduces every other year.[1]

Subspecies

Five subspecies are recognized as being valid, including the nominate subspecies:[2]

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Etymology

The subspecific name, fowleri, is in honor of herpetologist Danny C. Fowler.[3]

The subspecific name, mccraniei, is in honor of American herpetologist James R. McCranie.[4]

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