An examination of the holotype of Apostolepis sanctaeritae Werner, 1924, allows confirmation and redescription of this species with additional data. This species is most similar to Apostolepis assimilis and not to Apostolepis cearensis or Apostolepis flavotorquata, as suggested by previous investigators. A comparison and key for identification of species with similar color patterns is provided.
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1 December 2002
Redescription of Apostolepis sanctaeritae (Serpentes, Colubridae), and a Comparison with Related Species
Thales De Lema
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