A genus of small, burrowing snakes found in North America, commonly known as worm snakes, characterized by their tiny eyes and smooth scales.
From Greek 'karpos' (fruit) and 'ophis' (snake), possibly referring to the snake's small, seed-like appearance or its fruit-like coloring. The term was coined in scientific nomenclature in the 19th century.
Worm snakes are so small and secretive that most people never see them despite living in the same yards—they're like the invisible neighbors of the reptile world, spending their lives hunting earthworms in the soil.
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