ABOUT
About Ryukyu Green Snake
Grows up to about 100 cm. Most easily observed from May through November. Mainly diurnal, though many individuals are also active at night. It has a small head and feeds mainly on earthworms. It is the most numerous snake on Amami Oshima and can be seen in forests during the day and along forest roads at night. Larger individuals will sometimes threaten you, but they flee very quickly, sliding down slopes to escape.
SAFETY
Observation Safety Notes
Please enjoy Amami's wildlife through photographs. Some species are protected by law or local ordinance, and capturing or removing them is prohibited. In special protection zones within the national park, collecting any wildlife is prohibited entirely. Please check the notes on this page, and confirm local rules before visiting any site.
