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Southern Ringneck Snake

Diadophis punctatus punctatus

Photo by BenHoldridge
Published on Project Noah
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25.6118, -80.4052

Field Notes

Description:

A small adult or near adult at about 8 inches long. It is a beautiful little snake with a bright yellow or orange belly which it uses to frighten away predators or distract from the head.

Habitat:

A gravel path through preserved pine rocklands.

Notes:

One pic shows the hoof of a miniature horse (that was being walked) for size comparison.

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