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Masticophis flagellum testaceus
Coachwhips are highly variable in color, ranging from light tan, red, brown, and black. Some also have light bands on them. One good characteristic for IDing a coachwhip is to look at the tail, it looks braided. This guy was light tan all over and really cooperative for the photo shoot which rarely happens!
Found in the southern US in various habitats. This guy was found in a prairie.
Spotted on May 4, 2013
Submitted on May 6, 2013
3 Comments
Beautiful captures.. very nice..
Nice pictures of the coachwhip, it looks fast.
Beautiful capture Ashley,gorgeous snake,congrats and thanks for sharing