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Rhinotyphlops schinzi (Schinz's beaked blind snake)
Schinz se haakneusblindslang [Afrikaans]
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Rhinotyphlops
Identification
Schinz's beaked blind snake can be identified by its beaked
snout, black or brown spots and small yet prominent eyes. It grows to an average
length of 20 cm and a maximum length of 28 cm.
Distribution and habitat
This snake is widely distributed from the Northern Cape
north to central Namibia. Its favoured habitat is dry savanna and karoo scrub.
Food
Eats invertebrates
Predators, parasites and disease
Eaten by other snakes.
Reproduction
Likely to be oviparous (egg-laying).
Longevity
Unknown.
Medical importance
None.
Links
References
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Broadley, D.G. 1983. FitzSimons' Snakes of Southern
Africa. Delta Books, Johannesburg.
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Marais, J. 2004. A Complete Guide to Snakes of
Southern Africa. Struik Publishing, Cape Town.
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