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Ringneck Snake

Diadophis punctatus

Photo by CrosbyMorrow
Published on Project Noah
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Field Notes

Description:

Small grey or black snake with a yellow underbelly and a small yellow ring behind the head

Habitat:

Woodlands, under logs, rocks, or leaves

Reference Links:

Southern Ringneck Snake - Diadophis punctatus punctatus - Overview, Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

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Comments (1)
drP
What a pretty snake!

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PublishedApril 7, 2013

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