Red black-headed snake
A species of Centipede snakes Scientific name : Tantilla rubra Genus : Centipede snakes
Red black-headed snake, A species of Centipede snakes
Scientific name: Tantilla rubra
Genus: Centipede snakes
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Description General Info
Description
The red black-headed snake is a small non-venomous snake distributed throughout Mexico and Central America. In Mexico, this rare snake is considered a protected species. This diurnal snake inhabits forests, where is usually looking for its prey on the ground or it’s hiding under the rocks. 
General Info
Lifespan
5-10 years
Diet
Red black-headed snake is an avid insectivore, primarily feeding on small arthropods. It exhibits a pronounced preference for beetles and centipedes, keenly hunting these invertebrates in its natural habitat.
Appearance
Red black-headed snake is a small snake, seldom exceeding 15 inches in length. It has a slender body, covered in smooth scales, which reveals a unique interplay of red and black hues. This snake lacks any distinctive patterns but does have an unmarked brown or black head. There are no significant differences in appearance due to age, gender or subspecies.
Behavior
Red black-headed snake is a nocturnal, solitary species. This secretive reptile spends most of its life under logs, leaf litter, or in burrows, emerging primarily to forage for invertebrate prey. It employs constriction method to subdue its prey rather than injecting venom. Red black-headed snake is non-aggressive, rarely seen, and tends to flee rather than fight when disturbed.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Colubrids Genus
Centipede snakes Species
Red black-headed snake 
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