Eastern Wormsnake
Carphophis amoenus
Description
How to Identify
Small, shiny brown burrowing snake with a pink belly, tiny eyes, and a pointed tail tip.
Size
Usually 7-13 inches.
Diet
Almost entirely earthworms.
Habitat
Moist soil, leaf litter, rotting logs, and areas beneath rocks.
Location
Where it is found
Found throughout most of North Carolina.