Blind Snake
Ramphotyphlops braminus
22.5417, 88.3164
Field Notes
Description:
This chocolate coloured shiny earthworm- like creature is a blind snake...apparently also called flowerpot snake. Google search told me these are parthenogenetic...population consists only of females that lay eggs that hatch into females. Non venomous.
Habitat:
Underground unless flushed out by rains. This one surfaced in my garden after the rains.
Notes:
In Kolkata, there is the belief if this snake bites you it will not let go unless there is a clap of thunder!
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedApril 19, 2014
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