Brachyurophis incinctus facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Brachyurophis incinctus |
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LC (NCA)
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Simoselaps incinctus |
The unbanded shovel-nosed snake (scientific name: Brachyurophis incinctus) is a special kind of snake found only in Australia. It belongs to the Elapidae family of snakes. This snake gets its common name because its nose looks a bit like a shovel, which helps it dig! It also doesn't have any stripes or bands on its body.
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What is the Unbanded Shovel-Nosed Snake Like?
This snake is quite small, usually less than 40 centimeters (about 16 inches) long. It's a venomous snake, meaning it has venom. It's also a burrowing snake, which means it spends a lot of time digging and living underground. Unlike some other snakes, it lays eggs instead of giving birth to live young.
How Scientists Classify This Snake
What is Taxonomy?
Taxonomy is how scientists name and group living things. It helps us understand how different animals are related.
The Unbanded Shovel-Nosed Snake's Family Tree
The unbanded shovel-nosed snake, Brachyurophis incinctus, is one of eight types of snakes in its group, called Brachyurophis. A scientist named Glen Milton Storr first officially described and named this snake in 1968.
Where Does This Snake Live?
Its Home and Habitat
You can find the unbanded shovel-nosed snake in central Australia. This includes parts of the Northern Territory and western Queensland. It likes living in open areas like grasslands, bushy lands (shrublands), and deserts. Its shovel-like nose is perfect for digging in these sandy or loose soils.
Is This Snake in Danger?
Conservation Status
Experts who study animals have looked at the unbanded shovel-nosed snake. The Queensland Government and a group called the IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature) both say it is of "Least Concern." This means there are enough of them, and they are not currently in danger of disappearing. Scientists believe there are no major threats impacting this species right now.
