Chinese Green Snake
Ptyas major
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- KingdomAnimalia (Animals)
- PhylumChordata (Chordates)
- ClassSquamata
- FamilyColubridae (Colubrid Snakes)
- GenusPtyas (Asian Rat Snakes)
- SpeciesPtyas major (Chinese Green Snake)
About the Chinese Green Snake
The Chinese green snake (Ptyas major) is a species of snake in the family Colubridae. The Chinese green snake is a slender, medium-sized snake, averaging 75–90 cm (2½-3 feet) in total length, but occasionally growing to 120 cm (4 feet). Bright green above; ventral scales greenish-yellow. Dorsal scales smooth except that males have several mid-dorsal scale rows keeled. Some specimens have scattered black spots on dorsum. Dead specimens often turn bluish.
The Chinese green snake can be found in central and southern China (Hainan, Henan, Gansu, Anhui, Sichuan, Fujian, Guangdong, Guangxi, Guizhou, Hunan, Hubei, Jiangxi, Jiangsu, Shaanxi, Zhejiang, Hong Kong), Taiwan, northern Vietnam, Laos and Bangladesh (Sylhet, Ratargul Swamp Forest).
It is found in humid forests and farmland. The Chinese green snake is diurnal and semi-arboreal. When encountered, they are mild-mannered and rarely bite. Their diet includes earthworms, insect larvae, and other soft-bodied invertebrates. They are oviparous, laying 2–16 eggs per clutch. Young snakes hatch in about two months. Wikipedia →
Recent sightings of Chinese Green Snake in Taroko 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 | Taroko National Park | 🇹🇼 Taiwan |
More parks will be added in future updates.
Quick answers
What are the chances of seeing a Chinese Green Snake in Taroko National Park?
About 10% of wildlife watchers report a Chinese Green Snake sighting in Taroko National Park, based on 6 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data.
When is the best time to see Chinese Green Snake in Taroko National Park?
September has the highest sighting rate for Chinese Green Snake in Taroko National Park in our monthly data.