[5] They are found in arid and semi-arid desert regions of central Australia[6] and are considered endangered in New South Wales (NSW).

[6][9] The body is covered in smooth, tight-fitting shiny scales that are similar in size and are thick to help protect them from the stings and bites from ants.

[6][10] The tail is typically short with a small spur at the end that helps with anchorage and to push itself forward in the soil and tunnels underground.

This species has several synonyms: The aptly named interior blind snake is mostly found living in the central areas of the continent in arid and semi-arid regions.

This program involves volunteers, scientists, businesses, community groups, and the NSW Government to work together with the objective of helping protect and conserve Australia's flora and fauna in the wild.

[18] The Office of Environment & Heritage lists eight activities to help secure the future of the interior blind snake in NSW:[19] General threats to the interior blind snake include: feral predators, such as cats;[20] inappropriate fire regimes; habitat degradation and modification.

[21] In New South Wales, the blind snake is threatened by habitat changes associated with overgrazing and soil compaction from feral goats and livestock.

[7] Generally, blind snakes can be found living underground in burrows in termite nests, and in loose soil under rocks, logs, and leaf litter.

[5] The interior blind snake is mostly found in arid and semi-environments, preferring sandy areas within grassland, shrubland, and spinifex communities.