Cubophis caymanus, the Grand Cayman racer, is a diurnal species of snake in the family Colubridae. The species is native to Grand Cayman Island. Its length typically ranges from 500–860 mm (20–34 in). The body is grey in color, with more distinct black, red and pink scales toward the head.
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Is it venomous or poisonous?
We have no record of Grand Cayman Racer being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.
Easily confused with
- Cubophis cantherigerus
- Borikenophis portoricensis — considered venomous
- Cubophis vudii
- Mastigodryas melanolomus
- Mastigodryas danieli
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Chordata
- Class
- Reptilia
- Order
- Squamata
- Family
- Colubridae
- Genus
- Cubophis
- Species
- Cubophis caymanus
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