Hoffmann's Earth Snake is a small, burrowing snake with a smooth, glossy appearance and a subdued coloration that aids in camouflage. This secretive species is rarely seen above ground.
Habitat
Lives in leaf litter and moist soil in tropical forests.
Diet
Primarily feeds on earthworms and small invertebrates.
How common
Rare
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