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Rat Snake: October 12, 2004


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This hatchling Rat Snake (elaphe obsoleta) fell on David outside the backdoor of the farmhouse. (10.12.04)


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This little guy is a constrictor that will grow to reach a length of 34 to 101-inches. In captivity this snake could live 20 years.  (10.12.04)


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Nocturnal all summer, the cool weather will bring rat snakes out during the day.  (10.12.04)


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Typical blotch pattern of a rat snake hatchling. Rat snakes are skillful climbers often found in trees or in the rafters where they search out bird eggs.  (10.12.04)

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November 02, 2006

Copyright 2004 David K. Stall