64 COLUBER TESTACEUS. 



General Remarks. This reptile was first observed by Say, who gave of it a 

 very imperfect description. I have seen but one specimen, which had been 

 preserved for a long time, though yet in a perfect state, from wliich the accom- 

 panying plate was taken. The colour may be relied on, according to Mr. Pcale, 

 the naturalist, who accompanied Say, and saw the animal alive. 



