Scientific Name

Serpens obscurus

Types

Poison

Pokedex Entry

Ekans, known scientifically as Serpens obscurus, is a non-venomous snake species characterized by its elongated body and cryptic coloration that allows it to blend seamlessly into grasslands and shrubbery. This terrestrial reptile primarily feeds on avian eggs, employing a unique feeding strategy that involves dislocating its jaw to consume prey larger than its head, a trait seen in some real-world serpents. Ekans is primarily nocturnal, utilizing its highly developed olfactory senses, facilitated by its forked tongue, to detect food and evade predators. To thermoregulate, it often rests coiled around low-hanging branches during cooler nights. As Ekans matures, it exhibits considerable growth in length, which aids in its ambush hunting technique, where it silently navigates through vegetation to surprise its prey. Its behavior includes a defensive posture where it raises its head and curls its body, allowing for a quick response to threats from multiple directions, enhancing its survival in the wild.