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Thornscrub Vine Snake

The Thornscrub Vine Snake (Oxybelis microphthalmus) is a slender, primarily arboreal snake species belonging to the Colubridae family. This snake is notable for its extremely thin body, which allows it to navigate narrow tree branches with ease, resembling a vine. It is diurnal and mildly venomous, using rear fangs to subdue prey, though it poses no significant threat to humans. Its diet consists mainly of lizards, particularly whiptail lizards (Aspidoscelis spp.), but may also include small birds and mammals.

 

Canon EOS 90D + Tamron SP AF 90 mm f/2.8 Di Macro 1:1 (272E) + Godox TT520 II + diffuser. Processed in Darktable.

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Uploaded on October 11, 2025
Taken on October 7, 2025