Eirenis rothii facts for kids
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Eirenis rothii, often called the Roth's dwarf racer, is a type of snake. It belongs to the Colubridae family, which is a large group of snakes. This snake lives only in the Middle East, meaning it is endemic to that region.
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Why is it Called Roth's Dwarf Racer?
The name rothii honors a German scientist named Johannes Rudolph Roth. He was a naturalist who studied nature. This snake was named after him to remember his work.
Where Does Roth's Dwarf Racer Live?
Roth's dwarf racer snakes live in several countries in the Middle East. You can find them in Israel, Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, and Turkey. Scientists also think they might live in Iraq.
What is Its Home Like?
The Roth's dwarf racer lives in natural areas called shrubland. Shrubland is a type of habitat with many bushes and shrubs. These snakes can be found from sea level up to about 1,500 meters (about 4,900 feet) high.
What Does Roth's Dwarf Racer Look Like?
This is a small snake. It can grow to be about 30 centimeters (about 12 inches) long. Its tail is usually around 5.5 centimeters (about 2 inches) long.
The top of its head and neck are black. It has three or four yellow lines across its neck. The black color on its neck also goes down to cover the sides of its throat. The rest of its body, on the top side, is brownish yellow. Its belly is white. It has 15 rows of scales along its back in the middle of its body.
How Does Roth's Dwarf Racer Reproduce?
Roth's dwarf racer snakes are oviparous. This means that the female snake lays eggs. The baby snakes hatch from these eggs.
