The Dwarf Reed Snake (Pseudorabdion longiceps) resembles the Brahminy Blind Snake (Ramphotyphlops braminus) in morphology and habits. Both are small nocturnal burrowing snakes that feed on minute invertebrates such as insect larvae (Lim & Lee, 1989; Lim & Lim, 1992). These non-venomous snakes lay eggs (Lim & Lim, 1992). Although both species are common, they are seldom encountered due to their size and lifestyle. As a result, very little is known about them.
Chan Kwok Wai, of Wildlife Singapore, sighted a Dwarf Reed Snake on a northern offshore island of Singapore on 15 September 2006. He would like to share this desktop wallpaper with everyone:
Chan Kwok Wai, of Wildlife Singapore, sighted a Dwarf Reed Snake on a northern offshore island of Singapore on 15 September 2006. He would like to share this desktop wallpaper with everyone:
REFERENCES
Lim, F. L. K. & Lee, M. T. M., 1989. Fascinating Snakes of Southeast Asia – an Introduction. Tropical Press, Kuala Lumpur, p. 50.
Lim, K. K. P. & Lim, F. L. K., 1992. A Guide To The Amphibians & Reptiles Of Singapore. Singapore Science Centre, p. 62.
Lim, F. L. K. & Lee, M. T. M., 1989. Fascinating Snakes of Southeast Asia – an Introduction. Tropical Press, Kuala Lumpur, p. 50.
Lim, K. K. P. & Lim, F. L. K., 1992. A Guide To The Amphibians & Reptiles Of Singapore. Singapore Science Centre, p. 62.
