Black thread snake
A species of Slender blind snakes Scientific name : Leptotyphlops nigricans Genus : Slender blind snakes
Black thread snake, A species of Slender blind snakes
Scientific name: Leptotyphlops nigricans
Genus: Slender blind snakes
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Description
Leptotyphlops nigricans, or the black thread snake, is a species of snake in the family Leptotyphlopidae. It is endemic to Africa.
General Info
Lifespan
10-15 years
Diet
Primarily insectivorous, black thread snake tends to feed on ant and termite larvae. Its slender body allows it to infiltrate ant colonies and nests where its preferred food supplies are abundant.
Appearance
Black thread snake is a serpentine species, small in size with a cylindrical, elongated body. Distinguished by its glossy, granular, and darkly pigmented skin, it exhibits a primary black coloration. This snake is virtually eyeless, possessing tiny eye spots beneath its scales. It has a short, pointed, upward-facing tail, serving as a digging tool. Notable is the absence of any significant variation in size or appearance across genders and age groups.
Behavior
Black thread snake is a solitary species, spending most of its existence burrowed underground, demonstrating a significant behavioral adaptation to a subterranean lifestyle. It exhibits fossorial habits, specifically specialized for foraging and hunting in soil. Black thread snake's most notable territorial behavior involves vibrational communication to deter rivals, clarifying its largely non-aggressive demeanor.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Slender blind snakes Genus
Slender blind snakes Species
Black thread snake 
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