Southern Blind Snake (species: Ramphotyphlops australis) in taxonomy (Gaia Guide)
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Ramphotyphlops australis
Southern Blind Snake


©Brad Maryan: Southern Blindsnake (Ramphotyphlops australis)

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Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Reptilia
Order Squamata
Family Typhlopidae
Genus Ramphotyphlops
Species Ramphotyphlops australis
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Distinguishing features

Distinguishing features still need to be specified.

Size

  • Up to 42 cm (Length of specimen)

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Distribution


©Atlas of Living Australia: Australian distribution: Southern Blindsnake (Ramphotyphlops australis)

Distribution and habitat preferences

Almost always found associated with termite mounds.

Chronotypes

nocturnal (active at night)

Behaviour

When handled Blindsnakes often emit a pungent smell which is presumed to be a defensive ploy.

Diet

Termites.

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Danger

  • not dangerous - These snakes are completely harmless.