This small, non-venomous snake has a distinctive black head and a slender body, typically brown or gray. A notable fact is that it is often mistaken for a venomous species due to its coloration.
Habitat
Grasslands and open woodlands
Diet
Insectivorous, feeding on small invertebrates
How common
Common
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