Eastern Worm Snake
Scientific Name:
The scientific name for the Eastern Worm Snake is Carphophis amoenus amoenus
Where they're located in New Jersey:
Eastern Worm Snakes can be found throughout the state
Venomous:
Eastern Worm Snakes are non-venomous
Placement on Endangerment Scale:
Locally Common (LC)
Temperament:
Eastern Worm Snakes are fast moving and slither away from potential threats, most often without musking or biting as it is too small to do so.
Physical characteristics:
Eastern Worm Snakes look almost identical to a large earthworm. They have a round body, pointed head and tail and are pinkish brown in color. They can grow to 7.5-14.75 inches in length.
Live or egg birth:
Eastern Worm Snakes have egg births
Preferred habitat:
Under rocks, debris, rotting logs or burrows underground