If you come across a clutch of eggs in the grass, you might have discovered snake eggs. Or perhaps turtle, turkey, or quail. The differences are easy to spot.
Most snakes lay eggs as part of the reproductive cycle. Because of this, it is interesting when a snake gives live birth. One species that does is the Dumeril’s boa. These boas are ovoviviparous, ...
Snakes and birds don't have a lot in common but what they do share is the production of eggs. If you find some, these tips can help you identify the source.
Dumeril’s boa neonates must reach 1.5 feet long before their first live birth cycle completes. The 8-month internal development phase creates specific constraints not found in oviparous snake species.