The Ornate Cat-eyed Snake is a slender, nocturnal snake known for its large, cat-like eyes and intricate patterns. It is memorable for its ability to blend into leaf litter and its diet of frogs and lizards.
Habitat
Found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Diet
Primarily feeds on frogs and small reptiles.
How common
Uncommon
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