Blackish blind snake
A species of Anilios Scientific name : Anilios nigrescens Genus : Anilios
Blackish blind snake, A species of Anilios
Scientific name: Anilios nigrescens
Genus: Anilios
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Description General Info
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Description
The blackish blind snake (Anilios nigrescens) is a species of snake in the Typhlopidae family.
General Info
Lifespan
10-15 years
Diet
Blackish blind snake is a carnivorous species primarily feeding on small invertebrates. Its diet largely comprises insects, spiders, and centipedes, extracted from the soil with its highly specialized tactile labials.
Appearance
The blackish blind snake is a small, elongated, and limbless burrower. It possesses smooth, glossy skin that is uniformly dark brown, nearly black, giving it a snake-like appearance. This creeping creature has reduced eyes that appear as small, dark spots, and a tail tipped with a small, pointed spike. No significant differences in appearance exist due to age, gender, or subspecies.
Behavior
Blackish blind snake is predominantly nocturnal, taking refuge underground during the day and emerging at night for food. It is a solitary species, displaying distinct territoriality with minimal social interaction. Primarily insectivorous, it employs a unique hunting behavior, vibrates its body in the substrate to flush out prey. Its strong burrowing capacities play a crucial role in its survival, offering both protection and enabling foraging underground.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Blind snakes Genus
Anilios Species
Blackish blind snake 
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