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Oriental Rat Snake - Ptyas Mucosa - Animal India
An Oriental Rat Snake (Ptyas mucosa) slithers across a thorny lime branch as ants approach in Tehatta, West Bengal, India, on June 15, 2026. The Oriental Rat Snake, also known as the Indian Rat Snake or Dhaman, is a large, non-venomous reptile commonly found in gardens and trees in the region. These snakes are semi-arboreal and often climb trees in search of birds, frogs, or eggs, bringing them into contact with tree-dwelling ants. Both species play beneficial roles in the local ecosystem, with ants hunting small insects and rat snakes helping to control rodent populations. (Photo by Soumyabrata Roy/NurPhoto)
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| Photo ID | #13836414 |
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| Photographer | Soumyabrata Roy/NurPhoto |
| Category | Human Interest |
| Copyright | © 2026 NurPhoto - Soumyabrata Roy/NurPhoto |
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