Sharp-tailed Snake

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The sharp-tailed snake is small, reaching a maximum length of 45 cm. The Canadian distribution is limited to the Gulf islands and Vancouver Island. Its rarity in Canada is probably due to a cool environmental, rather than to human activities, although the availability of sites for laying eggs is an issue due to deforestation. All known locations of the snake are on private land, which is not subject to any habitat protection requirements. The Wildlife Act of British Columbia prohibits the collection, handling and trade of all native wildlife species without a permit; but does not provide habitat protection.