Ground snakes are a type of non-venomous snake that burrows underground. They are very good at digging and can often be found in areas with loose soil. Ground snakes typically eat small mammals lizards and insects.
One study found that the diet of a ground snake in the Philippines consisted mostly of rodents and lizards (76%) with a small number of birds (24%). The most common prey items were rodents specifically rat and mice. This is likely because ground snakes are well- adapted to hunting these animals in their underground burrows.
Ground snakes use their sense of smell to locate their prey. Once they have found an animal they will strike quickly and try to constrict it. If the ground snake is successful in killing its prey it will then swallow it whole.
While ground snakes are not considered a threat to humans they can be dangerous to pets and other small animals. If you have a ground snake on your property it is important to take precautions to prevent it from entering your home or harming your pets.
Do ground snakes eat insects?
Yes ground snakes eat insects.
Do ground snakes eat small mammals?
No ground snakes do not eat small mammals.
Do ground snakes eat spiders?
Yes ground snakes eat spiders.
Do ground snakes eat snakes?
No ground snakes do not eat other snakes.
Do ground snakes eat lizards?
Yes ground snakes eat lizards.
Do ground snakes eat earthworms?
Yes ground snakes eat earthworms.
Do ground snakes eat snails?
Yes ground snakes eat snails.
Do ground snakes eat slugs?
Yes ground snakes eat slugs.
Do ground snakes eat ants?
Yes ground snakes eat ants.
Do ground snakes eat beetles?
Yes ground snakes eat beetles.
Do ground snakes eat centipedes?
Yes ground snakes eat centipedes.
Do ground snakes eat millipedes?
Yes ground snakes eat millipedes.
Do ground snakes eat flies?
Yes ground snakes eat flies.
Do ground snakes eat wasps?
Yes ground snakes eat wasps.
Do ground snakes eat bees?
Yes ground snakes eat bees.
