Multiple choice general knowledge

The smallest snake in the world is ...?

  1. Cat Snake

  2. Boa dumerili

  3. Brazilian coral snake

  4. Leptotiplaps Carle
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The Barbados threadsnake, scientifically known as Leptotyphlops carlae, is the smallest snake in the world. It was discovered in 2008 on the island of Barbados and averages about 10 cm in length. The option 'Leptotiplaps Carle' appears to be a misspelling of Leptotyphlops carlae. This tiny snake is so small that it can fit on a US quarter coin.

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