Cape Reed Snake
Amplorhinus multimaculatus
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- KingdomAnimalia (Animals)
- PhylumChordata (Chordates)
- ClassSquamata
- FamilyPseudoxyrhophiidae (Madagascar Brook Snakes)
- GenusAmplorhinus
- SpeciesAmplorhinus multimaculatus (Cape Reed Snake)
About the Cape Reed Snake
Amplorhinus multimaculatus, commonly known as the many-spotted snake or the Cape reed snake, is a species of mildly venomous snake in the family Pseudoxyrhophiidae. The species, which is native to southern Africa, is monotypic (only one species in the genus) in the genus Amplorhinus.
A. multimaculatus is found in Mozambique, South Africa, and Zimbabwe. The preferred natural habitats of A. multimaculatus are freshwater wetlands, grassland, shrubland, and forest. A small species, A. multimaculatus may attain a snout-to-vent length (SVL) of about 45 cm (18 in).
A. multimaculatus preys on frogs and lizards. A. multimaculatus is viviparous. Usually four to eight young are born in late summer. Each neonate measures 12.5–20 cm (4.9–7.9 in) in total length (including tail). If a human is bitten by A. multimaculatus, the venom may cause localized swelling, inflammation, and pain. The venom is delivered by enlarged grooved teeth at the rear of the mouth.
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Recent sightings of Cape Reed Snake in Table Mountain 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 | Table Mountain National Park | 🇿🇦 South Africa | |
| 2 | Garden Route National Park | 🇿🇦 South Africa |
Quick answers
What are the chances of seeing a Cape Reed Snake in Table Mountain National Park?
Under 5% of wildlife watchers report a Cape Reed Snake sighting in Table Mountain National Park, based on 23 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data.
When is the best time to see Cape Reed Snake in Table Mountain National Park?
October has the highest sighting rate for Cape Reed Snake in Table Mountain National Park in our monthly data.