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Eastern Rat Snake

Pantherophis alleghaniensis

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Field Notes

Description:

This snake was 3-4 feet long, but this species can be up to 7 feet long and is known as Virginia’s longest snake species.

Notes:

Non-venomous, and great for having near homes, buildings and farms - for rodent control.

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Wildlife of the South East, USA
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Snakes of the United States - Center for Snake Conservation
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Wildlife of the Chesapeake Bay Tributaries
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PublishedMay 26, 2018

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