Tropidophis melanurus
Tropidophis melanurus, commonly known as dusky dwarf boa, Cuban wood snake, or Cuban giant dwarf boa, is a non-venomous dwarf boa species found mainly in Cuba. Currently, there are three subspecies recognized, including the typical form described here.Description
Adults grow to an average of 32 to 39 in in length.Found in Cuba, as well as on some nearby islands, including Cayos de San Felipe, Isla de la Juventud and Navassa Island. The type locality given is "l'île de Cuba."Feeding
Under natural circumstances, the diet consists of lizards and amphibians, although specimens in captivity can be switched to rodents.Subspecies
