It is a generalist hunter: frogs, lizards, rodents, chicks and even other snakes. That broad menu explains why it thrives in every corner of the grassland. Faced with a person, it always chooses to flee.
Behaviour
Diurnal and terrestrial. It patrols the grassland with quick movements and shelters in rodent burrows or under grass tussocks.
How and when to see it
September to April, in the mild morning hours. Crossing trails and dirt roads through the grasslands.
Where to see it in the Iberá
The gateways of the Great Iberá Park where patagonian racer has confirmed presence:
Tours to see it
Verified providers operating at the gateways where patagonian racer lives. You contact them directly on WhatsApp from the app.
- Jurassic Plant - Night Tour
The only carnivorous-plant garden in Argentina and a pioneer in Latin America. A guided…★ 5.0 - Guyra Wild Guides - Birding
Birdwatching tour and photo safari with specialized ornithologist guides. Yamil and…★ 5.0 - SKYVY - Astrotourism
Astrotourism in Loreto, 17 km from the San Antonio portal. Night-sky observation with a…★ 5.0 - Raíz del Monte
Private nature reserve in Loreto. Trails through the native woodland, wildlife watching…★ 5.0
Species profile
- Common namePatagonian Racer
- Scientific namePhilodryas patagoniensis
- GroupReptile
- StatusNative
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