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Black Rat Snake

Pantherophis obsoletus

Description:

This snake can be aggressive when first approached or cornered. After some handling it becomes tame and makes a decent pet. Eats rodents and is favored by some farmers to rid rodents in their barns. Can reach a lenght of six feet.

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Art3
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Art3

Indiana, USA

Spotted on Jul 6, 2012
Submitted on Jul 6, 2012

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