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Western Threadsnake

Rena humilis

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Reptilia ›Order: Squamata ›Family: Leptotyphlopidae ›Genus: Rena

About

Rena humilis, known commonly as the western blind snake, the western slender blind snake, or the western threadsnake, is a species of snake in the family Leptotyphlopidae. The species is endemic to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. Six subspecies are currently recognized, including the nominate subspecies described here.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Western Threadsnake?
The scientific name of Western Threadsnake is Rena humilis.
What is the conservation status of Western Threadsnake?
The Western Threadsnake has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Western Threadsnake belong to?
Western Threadsnake belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Western Threadsnake belong to?
Western Threadsnake belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Western Threadsnake belong to?
Western Threadsnake belongs to the class Reptilia.
What order does Western Threadsnake belong to?
Western Threadsnake belongs to the order Squamata.
What family does Western Threadsnake belong to?
Western Threadsnake belongs to the family Leptotyphlopidae.
What genus does Western Threadsnake belong to?
Western Threadsnake belongs to the genus Rena.