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(Western) Gopher Snake

Pituophis catenifer

Photo by jbd1764
Published on Project Noah
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Field Notes

Description:

This snake is not full grown (about 3 feet long) and had just recently shed. The second photo shows how well they blend in to the surroundings.

Habitat:

Sandia Mountain foothills.

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Amazing! U should put it on the mission: Mimetic Animals of the World!
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PublishedDecember 7, 2011

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