Flathead snake
A species of Centipede snakes Scientific name : Tantilla gracilis Genus : Centipede snakes
Flathead snake, A species of Centipede snakes
Scientific name: Tantilla gracilis
Genus: Centipede snakes
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Description General Info
Description
Tantilla gracilis (flathead snake) is a species of snake of the family Colubridae.
General Info
Lifespan
4-7 years
Diet
Flathead snake primarily relies on small arthropods for sustenance, favoring ants and termites. This species is meticulous in its food selection, preferring to consume the softer, more easily digested portions of its prey.
Appearance
Flathead snake is a small, slender snake with smooth scales. Adults are typically 7 to 10 inches in length. Its body is primarily brownish or reddish with a distinct, contrasting collar that is usually yellow or white. The belly is paler and lacks any distinct markings. There are no significant differences in appearance due to age, gender or subspecies.
Behavior
Flathead snake presents a primarily fossorial lifestyle, spending most of its time burrowed underground. This species exhibits solitary behavior, only interacting with others during mating. Its primary survival strategy is camouflage, using its color to blend with its habitat. Its nocturnal hunting technique involves active foraging for soft-bodied prey, predominantly insects and spiders.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Colubrids Genus
Centipede snakes Species
Flathead snake 
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