Eastern worm snake (Carphophis amoenus).Worm snakes can be classified under two subspecies – So, when they finally hatch out of the eggs, their visibility gets reduced to zero. The eyes actually get smaller in size during fetus development. Hence, it is also referred to as blind snake. Well, the worm snake either has extremely tiny eyes or totally non-functioning eyes. Worm snakes or Blind snakes? Worm snake AKA the blind snake closeup view They belong to the Colubrid snake family and are, of course, reptiles. And they tend to be small in size and grow up to a total length of about 25 centimeters. Worm snakes generally look brownish or blackish in color with a pinkish tint on the body.

They look like worms and burrow into the soil. Yes, you heard it right! Worm snakes are basically harmless in nature. What if we say that worm snakes do exist? On the contrary, snakes often turn out to be venomous and harmful.

Worm snakes are considered to be quite harmless and rather friendly for agricultural purposes. Worm Snakes as Pets – They are very shy, which makes them good pets, especially for beginnersĬan they see? – No, they are blind Worm snake found in my farm Attributes Details Common Name Worm Snake Scientific Name Carphophis amoenus Size Up to 13 inches Habitat Underground, or beneath logs, rocks, leaf litter, or other debris Breeding Season Fall and Spring Eggs Up to 12 eggs at every fertilization Diet Earthworms Known Predators Variety of Birds, Mammals, and Other Snakes Primarily Found in – South Carolina, Northern Virginia, Southeastern New York, and the Eastern United States at large

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