Grayia smithii（Smith's African Water Snake）

$160.00

出品者: Ngannou Animal🇨🇲 Cameroon

**Grayia smithii** **Common name:** Smith's African Water Snake **Family:** Colubridae **Distribution:** West, Central, and East Africa, including Cameroon **Lifestyle:** Semi-aquatic and terrestrial **Habitat:** Rivers, streams, swamps, wetlands, and other freshwater habitats **Reproduction:** Oviparous **Adult size:** Approximately 90–140 cm *Grayia smithii* is a large and distinctive African water snake found across much of sub-Saharan Africa, including Cameroon. It is characterized by a relatively robust body and strong adaptation to freshwater environments. The species is closely associated with rivers, streams, swamps, and other wet habitats. It is an accomplished swimmer and spends considerable time in and around water, where it searches for aquatic and semi-aquatic prey. The Smith's African Water Snake is an unusual species in the captive trade and is particularly attractive to keepers interested in African aquatic and semi-aquatic colubrids. Its relatively large adult size and specialized lifestyle make it best suited to experienced keepers capable of providing a spacious enclosure with an appropriate aquatic area. **Notable features:** Large African water snake, robust body, semi-aquatic lifestyle, strong swimming ability, freshwater habitat specialization, and uncommon availability in captivity.