Tiger Rat snake

They are common among heavily forested tracts of land, but are also known to occur near rivers and agricultural land. They are primarily diurnal, and are often observed basking on large branches during the day. Tiger Rat snakes have been known to grow over seven feet in length and are one of the largest colubrids on the American continent. They are superb predators of birds, small mammals, reptiles, and frogs, generally catching their prey and swallowing it alive, very similar to that of an Indigo snake. Generally, most imported specimens are fast and aggressive. Their powerful jaws ensure a painful bite. Eventually they settle into captivity but tend to remain on edge and flighty.