Apr 20, 2024, 09:12 AM IST

7 smallest snakes in the world

Shivam Verma

Barbados Threadsnake: This tiny snake, native to Barbados, holds the title of the world's smallest snake, reaching lengths of only about 10 centimetres.

Thread Snake: Another member of the Leptotyphlopidae family, this species is found in Brazil and is among the smallest snakes, measuring around 10-11 centimetres in length.

Blind Snake: This species is widespread across Europe, Africa, and Asia. It's small, typically ranging from 15 to 20 centimetres in length.

Jamaican Blind Snake: Endemic to Jamaica, this blind snake species is very small, usually measuring around 15 centimetres in length.

Caribbean Blind Snake: This species is found throughout the Caribbean and is known for its diminutive size, typically measuring between 10 to 15 centimetres.

Red Worm Snake: Native to North America, this small snake species usually grows to lengths of about 20 to 30 centimetres.

Russet Earth Snake: Found in North America, this species is small, typically measuring around 20 to 30 centimetres in length.