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Pantherophis vulpinus
A non-venomous constrictor that is common in prairie areas. First line of defense is to flee, second is the rapid vibration of the tail on the ground as a warning, and finally it will strike. These snakes are quite docile when they aren't feeling threatened.
Prairie restoration area
This snake was basking on the trail and was quite agitated that I was there. Several strikes, none connected:)
Spotted on Aug 11, 2014
Submitted on Aug 11, 2014
9 Comments
Thanks again, Neil for the kind words. I love these guys because their bark (or hiss) is much worse than the bite.
Wow! This is great. Cool snake, and great description.
Sorry guys, Knapperbill is from my account I have set up for students:) Anyway, thanks again Bhagya Herath and Caleb!
Thanks Bhagya Herath and Caleb! Much appreciated. Caleb, glad to have you back around! Seems like you've been gone awhile.
excellent!
wow!!! what a smart guy... awesome captures.....
Thanks armadeus and Stephanie! He was mad as hornet, but just not quick enough:)
Your photos turned out great!!
Great pics Beaker! Glad to hear no strikes connected :)