Lichtenstein's Green Racer
Philodryas olfersii
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- KingdomAnimalia (Animals)
- PhylumChordata (Chordates)
- ClassSquamata
- FamilyColubridae (Colubrid Snakes)
- GenusPhilodryas
- SpeciesPhilodryas olfersii (Lichtenstein's Green Racer)
About the Lichtenstein's Green Racer
Philodryas olfersii is a species of venomous snake in the subfamily Dipsadinae of the family Colubridae. The species is endemic to South America. Common names for Philodryas olfersii include Lichtenstein's green racer, South American green racer, and eastern green whiptail,
The specific name, olfersii, is in honor of German naturalist Ignaz von Olfers. Philodryas olfersii is native to southern South America, including northern Argentina, Brazil, Bolivia, and northwestern Paraguay. Philodryas olfersii reaches 1 to 1.5 meters (about 40 to 60 inches) in maximum total length (including tail).
Dorsally, it is green in color; ventrally, it is yellowish. The dorsal scales are smooth, without apical pits, and are arranged in 19 rows at midbody. Philodryas olfersii can be found in many habitat types, including the Cerrado, Caatinga, forest, forest transition, and restinga. It has been found at altitudes from sea level to 1,700 m (5,600 ft). The species Philodryas olfersii is often arboreal, but it also forages on the ground. It is diurnal, though it has been observed mating late in the evening... Wikipedia →
Recent sightings of Lichtenstein's Green Racer in Iguazú National Park
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Global Distribution
Warmer areas are where this animal is recorded most often.
Parks Where Found
| # | Park | Country | Daily sighting probability |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Iguazú National Park | 🇦🇷 Argentina | |
| 2 | Iguaçu National Park | 🇧🇷 Brazil | |
| 3 | El Palmar National Park | 🇦🇷 Argentina | |
| 4 | Chapada Diamantina National Park | 🇧🇷 Brazil | |
| 5 | Cordillera Azul National Park | 🇵🇪 Peru | |
| 6 | Emas National Park | 🇧🇷 Brazil | |
| 7 | Iberá National Park | 🇦🇷 Argentina | |
| 8 | Parque Estadual Encontro das Águas | 🇧🇷 Brazil | |
| 9 | Tijuca National Park | 🇧🇷 Brazil |
Quick answers
What are the chances of seeing a Lichtenstein's Green Racer in Iguazú National Park?
About 10% of wildlife watchers report a Lichtenstein's Green Racer sighting in Iguazú National Park, based on 9 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data.
When is the best time to see Lichtenstein's Green Racer in Iguazú National Park?
October has the highest sighting rate for Lichtenstein's Green Racer in Iguazú National Park in our monthly data.