Least Concern
Western Blind Snake
Rena humilis
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About
The western blind snake is a small, non-venomous snake that resembles an earthworm. They are burrowing snakes with reduced eyes that are covered by scales.
Habitat
Deserts, grasslands, and woodlands of southwestern United States and Mexico
Diet
Carnivorous - ants, termites, and other small insects
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Fun Facts
- Blind snakes spend most of their lives underground, burrowing through soil in search of insect larvae.
- They are often mistaken for earthworms due to their small size and appearance.
- Blind snakes have a specialized jaw structure that allows them to eat ants and termites efficiently.
Conservation
StatusLeast Concern
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