When we think about snakes, we automatically assume that they all have scales. After all, scales enable the snake to move across the ground without too much friction, which helps to save energy.

Adults are typically 0.9-1.5 m long; large females can reach ~1.8 m (females average larger than males).

Stacy Tornio has authored more than 15 books about animals, nature, and gardening. She is a master gardener and master naturalist. Scaleless snakes may seem contradictory. Scales are a defining ...