The Central American Boa is a large, non-venomous snake known for its striking patterns and coloration. It is a skilled constrictor, often found in trees or on the ground.
Habitat
Inhabits tropical forests and grasslands.
Diet
Carnivorous, preying on birds and small mammals.
How common
Uncommon
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