Neuwied´s False Fer-de-lance

Xenodon neuwiedii, also known commonly as Neuwied´s false fer-de-lance, is a species of snake in the subfamily Dipsadinae of the family Colubridae. The species is native to eastern central South America.

Etymology: The specific name, neuwiedii, is in honor of German naturalist Prince Maximilian of Wied-Neuwied.

Geographic distribution: Xenodon neuwiedii is found in extreme northeastern Argentina, southeastern Brazil, and southeastern Paraguay.

Habitat: The preferred natural habitat of Xenodon neuwiedii is forest.

Behavior: Xenodon neuwiedii is terrestrial and diurnal.

Diet: Xenodon neuwiedii preys predominately upon toads, but also upon other frogs.

Reproduction: Xenodon neuwiedii is oviparous.