Amazon Tree Boa
Corallus hortulanus
Conservation Status
Least ConcernReptilia · Boidae
About
Corallus hortulana, previously known as Corallus hortulanus, and commonly known as the Amazon tree boa, common tree boa, garden tree boa, and macabrel, is a boa species found in South America. Previously, there were two recognized subspecies, Corallus hortulanus hortulanus, and Corallus hortulanus cooki, though the species has undergone taxonomic revision and has been broken up into several species. It is primarily nocturnal and arboreal, though it has been observed feeding and reproducing on the ground. Like all boas, it is non-venomous.
Fun Fact
More than 50% of the individuals fed on prey weighing up to 20% of their own body mass and about 20% preyed on animals weighing from 40–95% of their masses.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Found in dry areas such as savannas or dry forests.
Diet
Eat only birds and mammals.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance