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  • snout > 77% eye
    predorsal scales 13
    chin ends in projecting triangular plate
    roof of mouth: teeth small
    A 9
    anus 8-10 scales behind pelvic base
  • snout < 77% eye
    predorsal scales 12
    chin short, no projecting triangular plate
    roof of mouth: teeth small
    A 8
    anus 2-3 scales behind pelvic base
  • snout flattened, long, (> eye)
    palatine teeth: strong, in broad bands
    vomer: 1 pr large fangs
    anus 8-10 scales behind pelvic base