9 Smallest Snakes in the World

Zee Media Bureau
Mar 27, 2024

Barbados Threadsnake

This snake holds the title of the smallest known snake species, reaching a maximum length of about 10.4 cm (4.1 inches).

Brahminy Blind Snake

Often mistaken for an earthworm, it ranges from 2 to 6 inches in length and is found across Asia and Africa.

Variegated Snail Eater

Found in Amazonia, this snake grows to just 3.4 to 3.59 inches long and feeds on slugs and snails.

Flat-Headed Snake

A small species found in Missouri among other locations, measuring 7 to 8 inches long. It predominantly eats insects and their larvae

Peters’ Thread Snake

Native to southern Africa, it grows only about 7.9 to 11 inches in length.

Lined Snake

With a length of 8.66 to 15 inches, the lined snake is found in the Great Plains and eastern areas like Illinois.

Ringneck Snake

Though not one of the smallest, the ringneck snake is notable for its distinctive coloration and size

Short-Headed Garter Snake

Found in the northeastern United States, this snake typically measures 10 to 15 inches in length.

Western Ground Snake

Ranging from 8 to 19 inches in length, this snake is found in North America, thriving in dry, rocky areas with loose soil.

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