[ARCHIVED THREAD] - Snake ID help please (Page 1 of 2)
Posted: 4/17/2013 3:30:19 PM EDT
North Mississippi, 9" long or so. ? Posted Via AR15.Com Mobile |
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I don't think it's a rattlesnake. The head is too narrow. Pretty sure all rattlesnakes have a pronounced triangle shaped head.
starting to look to me like a Prairie Kingsnake, but the picture isn't the best. If we can get a better photo, higher res, closer to the scales, better image of the head and tail.... |
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Juvenile timber rattlesnake, I believe. Not sure. The head proves it is not a rattler. I believe you have a juvenile northern water snake. Look on the right a couple of rows down |
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Quoted: Quoted: Juvenile timber rattlesnake, I believe. Not sure. The head proves it is not a rattler. I believe you have a juvenile northern water snake. Look on the right a couple of rows down Global warming has him all fucked up. |
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Juvenile timber rattlesnake, I believe. Not sure. The head proves it is not a rattler. I believe you have a juvenile northern water snake. Look on the right a couple of rows down They don't have northern water snakes in MS, but they have a couple other species. |
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Quoted: Quoted: Juvenile timber rattlesnake, I believe. Not sure. The head proves it is not a rattler. I believe you have a juvenile northern water snake. Look on the right a couple of rows down Could be a retarded rattler. But I believe you are closer to correct than I. |
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Juvenile timber rattlesnake, I believe. Not sure. The head proves it is not a rattler. I believe you have a juvenile northern water snake. Look on the right a couple of rows down They don't have northern water snakes in MS, but they have a couple other species. Uh...yeah they do. http://www.phsource.us/PH/ME/Snakes/ Mississippi's Nonvenomous Snakes
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Copperhead. Be careful. Very distinctive markings. http://srelherp.uga.edu/snakes/pics/agkcon210.jpg Here's one I almost stepped on. http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b296/forester1/Woods/Copperhead.jpg head is wrong for a copperhead. I've only seen adults, so I could be wrong. OP, any fangs? |
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Great plains Rat snake. Very docile snake. Do not kill!! |
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Copperhead. Be careful. Very distinctive markings. http://srelherp.uga.edu/snakes/pics/agkcon210.jpg Here's one I almost stepped on. http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b296/forester1/Woods/Copperhead.jpg This, my guess |
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I am not a herp. Expert but do find interest in snakes and have lived in south east for my whole life. I would bet on water snake. While marking resemble copperhead the head shape is wrong. Banded water snakes have similar markings, and can be aggressive. Are the pupils round? All native venomous snakes to South East Us have Slit style pupils. The pupils are more tell tale than head shape.
While not a hog nose for sure, I just want to add that a hog nose will flare its head to resemble a viper. C |
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Copperhead. Be careful. Very distinctive markings. http://srelherp.uga.edu/snakes/pics/agkcon210.jpg Here's one I almost stepped on. http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b296/forester1/Woods/Copperhead.jpg Markings look similar to a copperhead, but the head shape doesn't. Pointy tail also. Are the eyes slit or round? |
| Water snake of some type. Most baby rat snakes at that size start to lose their pattern, which is more block shape. I believe every north american poisonous snake has ellipital pupils. Not round pupils also they have triangle shaped heads. I think the coral snake is an exception to the pupil and head shape. They are easy to identify with that old red touch yellow saying. |
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For all those saying kill it....you do know that having non poisonous snakes around reduces the number of venomous ones? And that while not a king snake that is pictured a king snake will kill poisonous ones. Note I have large
Pond filled with water snakes 20 ft from front door. C |
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Here's a good tip for the average guy!
Most poisonous snakes have a thick triangular head! There are exceptions to that rule, so its always best to be cautious! Those who advise to always "Kill" the reptiles are just ignorant. And are letting fear get the better of them. Best thing to do depending on where you find the snake, is give it wide room and let it go! If it is found in or near your house or living space (or near where kids play) call a professional animal remover. One that will relocate the reptile to a more secluded spot It is always a good idea to research reptiles, and venomous creepy crawlers that are native to where you live! Don't be so quick to kill things just because you don't understand them. Snakes provide a major service by lowering the rodent population, which is a known health risk! And last but not least! If you do inadvertently kill a poisonous snake. Do not touch the head with your hands. You can still be bit, and be affected by the venom after the snake has died. Use a shovel or long reaching tool to dispose of the body, or parts of. |
