Synonym(s). Anguis jaculus Linnaeus, Boa turcica Olivier, Eryx familiaris Eichwald, Eryx turcicus Daudin, Taxonomic Notes: There are. Learn more about the Javelin sand boa – with amazing Javelin sand boa photos and facts on Arkive. Abstract: The Javelin sand boa, Eryx jaculus, is one of the erycid snakes occurring in Iran. In order to investigate sexual dimorphism in this species.
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Its habitat spread from its original location to the areas conquered and settled by the Greeks. Amphibians and Reptiles of North Africa. Amphibians and reptiles of Russia. Motivate Publishing, Dubai, pp.
The Eponym Dictionary of Reptiles. There are upper labials.
Erycidae in Iran Zoology in the Middle East 63 2: Belser Verlag, Stuttgart pp. Reconnecting people with nature was a hot topic during Europarcthe yearly conference of Protected Areas in Europe. We need to more than double the number of wild species plants, animals and fungi assessed. Brock, Johannes Foufopoulos Species categorized as Vulnerable VU.
The javelin sand boa was one of a number species of snake used by ancient Greeks as projectiles during naval battles in order to cause fear and confusion on enemy vessels. Zur Herpetofauna des Golan [Syria]. This page was last edited on 29 Julyat Anguis jaculus LinnaeusEryx jaculus — Reuss[1].
Eryx jaculus | The Reptile Database
Web pages and scripting Jiri Hosek. Integrated Taxonomic Information System. Taxonomic notes on the snakes of Northern Cyprus, with observations on their morphologies and ecologies. This is an incredible achievement.
Also known as sand boa, spotted sand boa.
Snakes of Europe/Species/Eryx jaculus
Javelin Sand Boa G: The javelin sand boa is not currently considered to be at risk of extinction in Europe due to its widespread distribution and apparently large population 1 Javelin sand boa threats The javelin sand boa is not currently considered to be at risk of extinction in Europe due to its widespread distribution and apparently jacklus population 1 Javelin sand boa, E. The keeled scales of the javelin sand boa may help it to remain hidden under sand by preventing sand grains from sliding off its back.
Jaculua species is featured in: Krieger, Malabar, FL, pp. Eryx jaculus javelin sand boa reproduction.
IUCN Red List of Threatened Species
A Taxonomic Revision of Boas Serpentes: Erycinae Reptiles described in Alethinophidia stubs. Like many other boas, the javelin sand boa has rudimentary hind legs at the base of its tail. Species categorized as Extinct EX. By using this site, you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Like other sand boas members of the genus Eryxit is notable for its tendency to lie in ambush beneath the surface of the sandy areas it inhabits, springing upon prey from its hidden position 4 5 6.
This snake has been recorded at elevations up to about 1, metres 1 9. Reptilien und Amphibien des griechischen Festlandes.
Herpetological Review 47 2: Can you confirm these amateur observations of Eryx jaculus? By using this site, you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. There are jafulus, and subcaudals.
There are upper labials. Atlas of the amphibians and reptiles of northern Morocco: Views Read Edit View history.