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Black Rat Snake

Elaphe obsoleta obsoleta

Photo by Tom15
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42.1084, -72.0787

Field Notes

Notes:

Rat snakes are constrictors and New England is their northern limits. They are the largest snake in Massachusetts, reaching over 6 feet in length.

Reference Links:

Black Rat Snake Fact Sheet - National Zoo| FONZ

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PublishedApril 6, 2013

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