[Animals] Emerald Tree Boa

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Emerald tree boas have highly developed front teeth that are likely proportionately larger than those of any other non-venomous snake. Their color pattern typically consists of an emerald green ground color with a white irregular interrupted zigzag stripe or so-called 'lightning bolts' down the back and a yellow belly. The bright coloration and markings are very distinctive among South American snakes. Juveniles vary in color between various shades of light and dark orange or brick-red before ontogenetic coloration sets in and the animals turn emerald green (after 9-12 months of age).