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Candoia bibroni australis |
The Solomon Island Tree Boa (Candoia bibroni australis) is a subspecies of snake.
Range
The C. b. australis are only found in the Solomon Islands, where they get their names from.
Size
An adult C. b. australis can grow up to 2-5 feet. Mature females are typically much larger than the males.
Life Span
A C. b. australis can easily grow to the age of 10 plus.
Diet
The young will prey on small frogs and lizards, while an adult will often go for larger prey such as smaller rodents.
References
Bartlett, Patricia P. Reptiles, Amphibians, and invertebrates (An Identification and care guide). Barron's Educational Series, Inc. pp. pg. 7. ISBN 0-7641-1650-9. {{cite book}}
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