RED SAND BOA. Eryx johnii Non Venomous, common
Eryx johnii is a non-venomous boa species found in Iran, Pakistan and India. No subspecies are currently recognized. Adults rarely exceed two feet in length (61 cm), although they sometimes reach 3 feet (91 cm). Adapted to burrowing, the head is wedge-shaped with narrow nostrils and very small eyes. The body is cylindrical in shape with small polished scales. The tail, which is blunt, rounded and not distinct from the body, appears truncated. Coloration varies from reddish-brown to dull yellow-tan. Found from Iran through Pakistan into western, southern and northeastern India.
Size: 5080px × 3386px
Location: umbai, Maharastra, India
Photo credit: © Zeeshan Mirza / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
Model Released: No
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