Southeastern Crowned Snake
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Southeastern Crowned Snake
(Tantilla coronate)
Description: Black head with a yellowish crossbar, followed by a black collar 3 to 5 scales wide. 15 rows of smooth scales. Divided anal plate.
Dimensions: 13.4-33cm. (5 1/4-13")
Breeding: Breeds April-May. 1-3 eggs laid in June but produce more than 3 eggs, but reabsorb more than the 3 eventually laid.
Habitat: Moist soil in flatwoods, forests, sandhills.
Range: Virginia to Georgia through to Gulf coast, Florida Panhandle, Louisiana and Indiana.
Discussion: Nocturnal. Hides under logs, forest debris and rocks. Diet of worms, slugs, insects and larvae. Mild venom produced when it bites, but not dangerous to humans especially since it won't bite if handled.