Species profile
Forest Sharp-Tailed Snake
Contia longicauda
Identify Forest Sharp-Tailed Snake (Contia longicauda) from a photo — free, unlimited, no sign-up — with the CatchRules iPhone app. Plus current fishing rules across 1 jurisdiction.
At a glance
Forest Sharp-Tailed Snake (Contia longicauda) is an IUCN Least Concern reptile with specific harvest rules tracked in 1 of 66 jurisdictions covered by CatchRules.
Confirmed by 451 research-grade iNaturalist observations across the species' range.
Notable details
- This rarely seen snake is confined to the coastal mountain ranges of northern California and southwestern Oregon.
- It feeds almost exclusively on slugs and slug eggs.
- The sharp, pointed scale at the tip of its tail may help grip and control slippery prey.
- Adults typically reach only 12 to 18 inches in length.
- It spends most of its life concealed beneath rocks and logs in moist, shaded forest habitats.
Where Forest Sharp-Tailed Snake are seen
Jurisdictions with rules for Forest Sharp-Tailed Snake
Background
The forest sharp-tailed snake (Contia longicaudae) is a species of colubrid snake found in the West Coast of the United States.
Background excerpt adapted from Wikipedia's Forest Sharp-Tailed Snake article (CC BY-SA). Visit Wikipedia for the full entry.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Forest Sharp-Tailed Snake?
Forest Sharp-Tailed Snake (Contia longicauda) is an IUCN Least Concern reptile with specific harvest rules tracked in 1 of 66 jurisdictions covered by CatchRules.
What is the scientific name for Forest Sharp-Tailed Snake?
Forest Sharp-Tailed Snake is Contia longicauda.
Is Forest Sharp-Tailed Snake regulated for fishing?
Yes — Forest Sharp-Tailed Snake has fishing regulations in 1 U.S. state and/or Canadian province tracked by CatchRules. See the "Jurisdictions with rules" section above for the binding-source links.
How can I identify Forest Sharp-Tailed Snake?
Take a photo with the free CatchRules iPhone app — on-device identification recognizes Forest Sharp-Tailed Snake along with ~1,500 other species. No sign-up, unlimited use.
Photo credit: iNaturalist / Wikipedia. Identification reference only — verify regulations with the issuing wildlife agency before retaining a catch.