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Japanese Forest Ratsnake

Euprepiophis conspicillata

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Reptilia ›Order: Squamata ›Family: Colubridae ›Genus: Euprepiophis

About

Euprepiophis conspicillata, commonly known as the Japanese forest rat snake, is a species of nonvenomous colubrid snake endemic to Japan. Its Japanese common name, jimuguri, roughly translates to "the burrower". It is closely related to Euprepiophis mandarinus, the Mandarin rat snake.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Japanese Forest Ratsnake?
The scientific name of Japanese Forest Ratsnake is Euprepiophis conspicillata.
What kingdom does Japanese Forest Ratsnake belong to?
Japanese Forest Ratsnake belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Japanese Forest Ratsnake belong to?
Japanese Forest Ratsnake belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Japanese Forest Ratsnake belong to?
Japanese Forest Ratsnake belongs to the class Reptilia.
What order does Japanese Forest Ratsnake belong to?
Japanese Forest Ratsnake belongs to the order Squamata.
What family does Japanese Forest Ratsnake belong to?
Japanese Forest Ratsnake belongs to the family Colubridae.
What genus does Japanese Forest Ratsnake belong to?
Japanese Forest Ratsnake belongs to the genus Euprepiophis.