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Milk Snake

Lampropeltis triangulum

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Field Notes

Notes:

When this snake saw me it hid its head and rapidly vibrated its tail against the leaves, making a sound vaguely similar to a rattlesnake. I wish I encountered these lovely snakes more often.

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Milk Snake

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TamLar
The behavior you heard from this snake is frequently observed in non-poisonous snakes. This a form of mimicry, which can be behavioral, physical or a combination of the two types. As you've determined this beautiful snake is imitating the rattlesnake.
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PublishedAugust 12, 2011

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