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Ring-necked snake

Diadophis punctatus

Photo by LisaPowers
Published on Project Noah
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Field Notes

Description:

Young adult grayish snake with a yellow ring around the neck, yellow belly with a single row of black spots along the underside.

Habitat:

Found underneath artificial cover.

Notes:

The second photo was shot on a natural background and then digitally modified to better show the snake.

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Comments (2)

Lisa, I just read your April Fool's Blog. LOL!! By the way, I would like to spot one of these. Are they only nocturnal? Any help, thanks! U can e-mail me at [email protected].
Beautiful spotting and photography Lisa. Thank you for sharing this splendid snake with us!

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