Red Sand Boa

The Red Sand Boa (Two-headed Snake) is a distinctive burrowing snake with a reddish-brown smooth body and a blunt tail that closely resembles its head — earning it the nickname "two-headed snake." This adaptation confuses predators about which end to attack.

This completely non-venomous constrictor is fossorial, spending most of its life underground. It feeds on small rodents, lizards, and young snakes. The Red Sand Boa's smooth, shiny scales allow it to move easily through soil.

Sadly, this harmless snake is one of the most trafficked wildlife species in India due to bizarre superstitions that it brings good luck, has magical powers, or possesses medicinal properties. It is protected under Schedule IV of the Indian Wildlife Protection Act, and possession or trade is a criminal offense.