Plains black-headed snake
A species of Centipede snakes, Also known as Great plains black-headed snake Scientific name : Tantilla nigriceps Genus : Centipede snakes
Plains black-headed snake, A species of Centipede snakes
Also known as:
Great plains black-headed snake
Scientific name: Tantilla nigriceps
Genus: Centipede snakes
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Description General Info
Description
The Plains black-headed snake (Tantilla nigriceps) is a species of snake of the family Colubridae.
General Info
Lifespan
3-5 years
Diet
Plains black-headed snake predominantly thrives on a diet of small arthropods, particularly centipedes. It employs an active foraging strategy, often seen hunting with a high level of agility and coordination, ensuring successful prey capture.
Appearance
Plains black-headed snake is a small snake, typically just over a foot in length, with a slender body and smooth, glossy skin. Its overall body color is black, but its snout is distinctively red or orange. It lacks any exceptional physical features such as wings or horns. There is little noticeable variation in appearance due to age or gender.
Behavior
Plains black-headed snake is largely a nocturnal creature that mostly lives in solitude. Its behavior is characterized by burrowing and terrestrial activities, formed as adaptations to its natural habitat. While secretive, it is aptly skilled in camouflage. Notably, it exhibits non-aggressive behavior, fleeing rather than confronting potential threats.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Colubrids Genus
Centipede snakes Species
Plains black-headed snake 
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