Smooth Earthsnake
Virginia valeriae
Description
How to Identify
Small plain gray or brown snake with smooth scales, tiny dark flecks, and a small head.
Size
Usually 7-11 inches.
Diet
Mostly earthworms and soft-bodied insects.
Habitat
Woodlands, rocky slopes, leaf litter, and areas beneath cover.
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Location
Where it is found
Scattered across the Mountains, Piedmont, and Coastal Plain.