Low's Reed Snake — Wildlife of Borneo Field Guide

Calamaria lovii

Venom

Non-venomous

Diet

Earthworms, small invertebrates

Habitat

Forest floor

Range

Borneo, Sumatra, Peninsular Malaysia

Clutch size

2–4 eggs (typical for Calamaria)

Incubation period

About 6–8 weeks (typical for Calamaria)

Size

Small (up to 40cm)

Weight

~10–20g

A reed snake named after the naturalist Hugh Low, part of the large Calamaria group found across Borneo's forest floor.

Feeds on earthworms and small invertebrates in leaf litter, harmless and rarely encountered above ground.

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