Reptile
Aesculapian Snake Facts
Zamenis longissimus
- Diet
- It also eats birds as well as bird eggs and nestlings.
Aesculapian Snake Facts at a Glance
It belongs to the family Colubridae in the order Squamata. This profile is designed as a concise starting point; the source names below document the review basis.
Aesculapian Snake Conservation Status
Aesculapian Snake is listed here as Least Concern. Protecting habitat, maintaining healthy prey or food sources, and reducing human pressure are important parts of conserving wild populations.
Quick facts
Fun facts
- In the warmer months of the year, it comes out in late afternoon or early morning.
- It is a very good climber capable of ascending even vertical, branchless tree trunks.
- Zamenis longissimus is active by day (diurnal).
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