Anilios splendidus
# Anilios splendidus

Anilios splendidus, also known as the splendid blind snake, is a species of blind snake that is endemic to Australia. The specific epithet splendidus means “splendid” or “magnificent”.

## Description

The snake grows to an average of about 15 cm, and a maximum of 20 cm, in length. The upper body is dull grey, the belly white.

## Behaviour

The species is oviparous.

## Distribution

The species occurs at North West Cape in the Gascoyne region of Western Australia. The type locality is Milyering Well in the Cape Range National Park.

