Prosymna janii – Mozambique Shovel-Snout.
This species is a nocturnal burrower, inhabiting coastal dune forest, coastal forest, woodland or grassland areas (Marais 1992). It is known to feed on hard-shelled gecko (Lygodactylus and Hemidactylus) eggs (Broadley 1992). Marais (1992) states that this snake may be threatened by the extensive use of off-road vehicles and by large-scale sand mining in areas such as St. Lucia. However, this species does not have a restricted distribution and therefore this localized disturbance cannot be considered a major threat.
Additional resource:
http://www.iucnredlist.org/details/177447/0
