Rough earth snake
A species of Haldea, Also known as Brown snake, Little brown snake, Small brown viper, Southern ground snake, Rough Earthsnake Scientific name : Haldea striatula Genus : Haldea
Rough earth snake, A species of Haldea
Also known as:
Brown snake, Little brown snake, Small brown viper, Southern ground snake, Rough Earthsnake
Scientific name: Haldea striatula
Genus: Haldea
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Description General Info
Description
Haldea striatula (formerly Virginia striatula), commonly called the rough earth snake, is a species of nonvenomous natricine colubrid snake native to the southeastern United States.
General Info
Lifespan
4-6 years
Diet
Rough earth snake primarily feeds on invertebrates. Its diet encompasses a broad range of arthropods and worms, with a particular preference for terrestrial arachnids like spiders and scorpions.
Appearance
Rough earth snake is a small, slender snake with smooth scales. It displays a rich brown overall body color, with a distinct pattern of dark, vertical stripes along its body. These snakes tend to measure around 20 to 30 cm in length. Younger snakes may have a more vivid coloration, but there’s no discernable difference in appearance between genders.
Behavior
Rough earth snake is a primarily nocturnal species, busily foraging at night and spending the day hiding under rocks and leaf litter. With a solitary lifestyle outside of mating season, the species is not territorial. It captures prey by striking swiftly, utilizing its camouflage to blend with the environment for successful hunting.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Natricinae Genus
Haldea Species
Rough earth snake 
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