Angolan shovel-snout

Introduction: The Angolan shovel-snout (Prosymna angolensis) is a small snake with the associated angular snout. It also has a very short tail.

Distribution: The savannah habitat of northern Namibia from the Ruacana vicinity extending eastwards along the Caprivi Strip to Victoria Falls.

Diet: Reptile eggs.

Colouring: The back is light yellow brown with a series of paired black spots. The flanks and belly are yellow-white.

Breeding: Females lay between 3 to 6 elongated eggs.

Size: Max SVL male 225mm, female 300mm.