Rustyhead Snake

About the Rustyhead Snake

The rustyhead snake (Amastridium veliferum), also known commonly as the rufous-headed snake, is a species of snake in the family Colubridae. The species is endemic to Central America and Colombia. Amastridium veliferum is one of only two recognized species in the genus Amastridium.

Amastridium veliferum is found in Colombia, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Nicaragua, and Panama. The preferred natural habitat of A. veliferum is forest, at altitudes of 2–1,200 m (6.6–3,937.0 ft). Amastridium veliferum is oviparous.

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