Thrasops occidentalis
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| Thrasops occidentalis | |
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Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Class: | Reptilia |
| Order: | Squamata |
| Suborder: | Serpentes |
| Family: | Colubridae |
| Genus: | Thrasops |
| Species: | T. occidentalis |
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| Thrasops occidentalis Parker, 1940 | |
Thrasops occidentalis, commonly known as the western black tree snake or black tree snake, is a species of arboreal snake in the family Colubridae. The snake is found in West Africa.[1][2]
Thrasops occidentalis is characterized by its predominantly black coloration, which provides camouflage in its natural habitat. The snake can vary in size, but adults typically range from 1.5 to 2 meters in length. The scales are smooth, and the body is elongated, allowing for efficient movement through its environment.[citation needed]
