Anilios splendidus

Anilios splendidus, also known as the splendid blind snake, is a species of blind snake that is endemic to Australia. The specific epithet splendidus means “splendid” or “magnificent”.

Description

The snake grows to an average of about 15 cm, and a maximum of 20 cm, in length. The upper body is dull grey, the belly white.

Behaviour

The species is oviparous.

Distribution

The species occurs at North West Cape in the Gascoyne region of Western Australia. The type locality is Milyering Well in the Cape Range National Park.