Chiapas burrowing snake

About the Chiapas burrowing snake

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Frequently asked: Chiapas burrowing snake

Is the Chiapas burrowing snake venomous?

No. The Chiapas burrowing snake (Adelphicos nigrilatum) is non-venomous and is not considered dangerous to humans. Like most snakes, it will retreat rather than bite when given the chance.

Is the Chiapas burrowing snake poisonous?

Snakes are venomous, not poisonous. "Poisonous" means harmful to eat or touch; "venomous" means injecting toxins through a bite. The Chiapas burrowing snake is neither poisonous nor venomous.

Is the Chiapas burrowing snake dangerous?

The Chiapas burrowing snake is not dangerous to humans. It has no medically significant venom and bites only defensively if cornered or handled.

Where does the Chiapas burrowing snake live?

The Chiapas burrowing snake has verified records in 1 country, including Mexico. See the distribution section below for its full range.

Where it is found

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Classification

How scientists group this snake, from the broadest category down to the exact species. Each step narrows to its closest relatives.

OrderThe broad group of scaled reptiles: all snakes and lizards

Squamata

FamilyA group of related snakes that share key traits

Colubridae

GenusA close-knit group of very similar species

Adelphicos

SpeciesThis exact snake, named in the two-part scientific name

Adelphicos nigrilatum

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