Reptile

Aesculapian Snake Facts Zamenis longissimus

Reptile

Diet: It also eats birds as well as bird eggs and nestlings.

Classification

Family: Colubridae. Order: Squamata.

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.

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).