Sharp-tailed snake
A species of Sharp-tailed snakes, Also known as Gentle brown snake, Pacific brown snake, Purple-tailed snake Scientific name : Contia tenuis Genus : Sharp-tailed snakes
Sharp-tailed snake, A species of Sharp-tailed snakes
Also known as:
Gentle brown snake, Pacific brown snake, Purple-tailed snake
Scientific name: Contia tenuis
Genus: Sharp-tailed snakes
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Description
The sharp-tailed snake or sharptail snake (Contia tenuis) is a small colubrid snake that lives in the Western United States and some parts of British Columbia.
General Info
Lifespan
4-6 years
Diet
Sharp-tailed snake primarily feed on invertebrates such as spiders, beetles, and specifically terrestrial gastropods. These carnivorous reptiles showcase a preference for slugs and snails, using their specialized jaws to extract the soft bodies.
Appearance
The sharp-tailed snake is a small, sleek-bodied snake measuring around 7-10 inches in length. Its skin is smooth and unmarked, with scales. The predominant coloration is a brownish tan or copper, sometimes with faint reddish or blackish hues. This slender snake lacks any horns, wings, or frills. Sexual dimorphism is negligible, with negligible differences between males and females or different age groups.
Behavior
Sharp-tailed snake is a solitary species showcasing burrowing tendencies, often found in soft soil or leaf litter. Its diurnal activity is linked to temperature, becoming less active under extreme conditions. Defensive behavior includes tail lashing and secretion of a foul-smelling musk when threatened. Sharp-tailed snake has a largely insectivorous diet, hunting by ambushing prey.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Dipsadinae Genus
Sharp-tailed snakes Species
Sharp-tailed snake 
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