New Mexico blind snake facts for kids
Quick facts for kids New Mexico blind snake |
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Rena
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dissecta
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The Rena dissecta, also known as the New Mexico blind snake or New Mexico threadsnake, is a type of blind snake. It is completely harmless to humans. You can find this unique snake in the Southwest and southern parts of the United States, as well as in northern Mexico.
Where the New Mexico Blind Snake Lives
This fascinating snake mainly lives in the state of New Mexico in the southern part of the country. However, its home range is actually a bit wider! You can also find the New Mexico blind snake in southern Colorado, western Texas, and western Oklahoma. It also lives in eastern Arizona and stretches south into northern Mexico.
Understanding the New Mexico Blind Snake's Name
Scientists sometimes change how they classify animals. For a while, the New Mexico blind snake was considered a subspecies. This means it was seen as a special type of another snake. But now, after more research, scientists have decided it is its own unique species. They looked closely at its body parts and found enough differences to give it its own species name.
See also
In Spanish: Rena dulcis para niños
