Jamaican Boa
Chilabothrus subflavus
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- KingdomAnimalia (Animals)
- PhylumChordata (Chordates)
- ClassSquamata
- FamilyBoidae (Boas)
- GenusChilabothrus (West Indian Boas)
- SpeciesChilabothrus subflavus (Jamaican Boa)
About the Jamaican Boa
The Jamaican boa, Jamaican yellow boa, yellow snake or Jamaican green snake (Chilabothrus subflavus); in Jamaican Patois: nanka) is a boa species endemic to Jamaica. No subspecies are recognized. Like all other boas, it is not venomous.
The Jamaican boa is golden-green around the head and along the anterior section of the body, with black zigzag crossbars, becoming black toward the posterior end of its body. The snake's body is quite long, up to 2 metres (6 feet 7 inches) in total length.
The Jamaican boa is primarily nocturnal and arboreal. The species may also display crepuscular activity, influenced by factors such as environmental conditions, prey availability, and seasonal activities. During daytime, this species seeks shelter in various locations such as epiphytes, trees, rock crevices, termite nests, or caves. It has been observed at the far end of Portland Cave. This species is also known to bask on rocks following heavy rains and to rest on roads and trails during the evening, suggesting crepuscular behavior under certain conditions.
Found in Jamaica in the Cockpit Country, historically once prevalent throughout... Wikipedia →
Recent sightings of Jamaican Boa in Blue and John Crow Mountains National Park
LIVEiNaturalistGlobal Distribution
Warmer areas are where this animal is recorded most often.
Parks Where Found
| # | Park | Country | Daily sighting probability |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Blue and John Crow Mountains National Park | 🇯🇲 Jamaica |
More parks will be added in future updates.