Leptotyphlops is a genus of nonvenomous blind snakes, commonly known as slender blind snakes and threadsnakes, found throughout North and South America, Africa, India and southwestern Asia. Currently, 86 species are recognized. Most species look much like shiny earthworms. They are pink or brown, and their scales give them a segmented appearance. ... Found on http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leptotyphlops