The Dekay’s brown snake (Storeria dekayi) is a small colubrid species found throughout the eastern half of the United States, northern Mexico, and parts of southern Canada. This species may be confused for redbellied snakes (Storeria occipitomaculata) but lacks the characteristic spot found behind the head that can be used an an identifier between theRead More
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Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake (Crotalus adamanteus)
The eastern diamondback rattlesnake, Crotalus adamanteus, is the largest recognized rattlesnake species. The average size for this species is between three and six feet (36-72 in), but the largest recorded individual measured eight feet in length (96 in). Life expectancy in the wild is less than 15 years but specimens in captivity can live toRead More
Everyone’s Favorite Diagram
This diagram has been floating around the internet for several years, and has a habit of becoming viral at least a few times a year. Since it has been making the rounds again I thought I would address this once and for all. THE GOOD Well, actually, before we begin let me get this outRead More