Smaller species lived in underground dens, and could probably burrow for prey if it outran them.

Unlike the tree living species these species do not actually burrow into the bark.

Most species burrow in the substrate but some live in the empty shells of gastropods.

In friable soil, the species can burrow at a rate of 6 m/hr.

This species burrowed into dunes for protection.

Some species burrow in mud on the sea floor during the day and emerge at night to feed.

Both species are burrowing snakes found in Asia.

Some species burrowed into the underlying chalk.

Some species burrow underground and remain dormant for more than 5 years in order to survive drought conditions.

Some species burrow by means of muscular peristalsis, and have powerful muscles.