12. Kaha Garadiya

 


Common Name:   Oriental rat snake

Scientific Name:   Ptyas mucosa

Animal Family:   Colubridae

Description:   Typically around 5 to 8 cm in length

Found where:   The Oriental rat snake can be found across various ecological zones in Sri Lanka. These zones include the wet zone, dry zone, and intermediate zone. 

Habitat:   They inhabit various environments, including forests, grasslands, and urban areas.

Food:   They feed on insects such as beetles and ants.


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