Xenodermidae is a family of native to East Asia, South Asia, and Southeast Asia.[ All species in the family Xenodermidae are small or moderately sized snakes, never more than but typically less than in total length (including tail). They are secretive, probably nocturnal animal, and typically inhabit moist forest habitats. They seem to be opportunistic carnivores, preying on other vertebrates.][
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The correct spelling of the family name is Xenodermidae,[ not "Xenoderm atidae".
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Taxonomy and systematics
Xenodermidae have a basal position in the Colubroidea radiation.[ or that their sister taxon is Acrochordidae, and that these two families together form a clade that is the sister taxon for the Colubroidea.]
Genera
The family consists of the following 6 Genus:[
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