First record of attempted predation on the Scaled Dove (Columbina squammata) by the Red-tailed Boa (Boa constrictor) in a Restinga habitat of Northeastern Brazil

Acta Herpetologica 2026 Open access

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Authors: Letícia Nunes Rezende, Vanessa do Nascimento Barbosa, Élida Francisco da Silva, Mateus Lima Dutra, Jéssica Monique da Silva Amaral, Isis Chagas de Almeida, Frederico Gustavo Rodrigues França
DOI: 10.36253/a_h-18500
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Abstract

We report the first documented case of attempted predation on the scaled dove (Columbina squammata) by the Red-tailed Boa (Boa constrictor) in a restinga environment on the north coast of Paraíba, Brazil. This record contributes to the growing knowledge of the species’ diverse diet and highlights the importance of opportunistic and arboreal foraging strategies in snake–bird interactions.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Amphibian and Reptile Biology Venomous Animal Envenomation and Studies Avian ecology and behavior

Publication details

Journal / source
Acta Herpetologica
Volume
21
Issue
1
Pages
121–123
Publication date
9 February 2026
Language
EN