Xenophidion
Xenophidion is a genus of small, venomous snakes in the family Colubridae, native to the Americas. The genus was first described by American herpetologist Edward Drinker Cope in 1862. Xenophidion species are characterized by their slender bodies, smooth scales, and lack of a distinct neck. They are typically found in a variety of habitats, including forests, grasslands, and deserts, and are often encountered in burrows or under rocks.
The genus Xenophidion currently includes three recognized species: Xenophidion acanthognathum, Xenophidion guentheri, and Xenophidion naevium. Xenophidion
Xenophidion species are generally shy and reclusive, and they primarily feed on small vertebrates such as lizards
The conservation status of Xenophidion species varies. Xenophidion acanthognathum is listed as Least Concern by the