Black-Banded Trinket Snake

Scientific Name: Oreocryptophis porphyraceus

Order: Squamata

Family: Colubridae

Conservation Status

The black-banded trinket snake goes by many names, including bamboo snake, Thai bamboo rat snake, and red mountain racer.

Location: This animal is not on exhibit. It is part of our educational collection and may only be seen in programs inside or outside of the zoo.

Arrived at EPZ: Knick Knack (2023)

Habitat & Range
Most parts of the Asian continent including India, Myanmar,Bhutan, and Laos
Identification
Their head is small, sharp and squarish, while the color pattern includes red or orange colors, along with black bands or stripes.
Diet
The diet consists primarily of rodents and other small mammals in the wild.
Reproduction & Lifespan
Mating season for this species occurs during the warmer months and will last through early summer.
Fantastic Fact
This species is the only member of its scientific genus!