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  2. Ring-necked snake - Wikipedia

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    In nature, vivid coloration on an animal generally serves as a warning to others that it is not afraid of delivering a dose of venom, or that it is poisonous if eaten; this "false warning" coloration is a form of mimicry, a survival adaptation in which a non-venomous species (i.e., the ring-necked snake) has evolved brighter coloration, similar ...

  3. Diadophis punctatus edwardsii - Wikipedia

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    The northern ringneck snake has a body color from bluish grey to black, with a complete narrow yellow or orange ring around its neck and an underside matching the ring and generally lacking any dark spotting or patterning. The complete ring and lack of large dark spots on the belly differentiate it from other subspecies of D. punctatus. [5]

  4. Diadophis punctatus stictogenys - Wikipedia

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    Like D. p. punctatus, the Mississippi ringneck snake characteristically attains a maximum length of 44.5 centimetres (17.5 in). The head is black and the body dark gray, separated by a golden ring at the neck. The ventral side displays a yellow belly, transitioning to dark orange under tail. [2]

  5. Do you know all 28 species of snakes in Iowa? Here's ... - AOL

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    Characteristics: Ringneck snakes are very small, usually not more than 1 foot in length.They are easily identifiable by a yellow or orange ring around their neck and a bright red ventral tail. The ...

  6. List of dangerous snakes - Wikipedia

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    Average venom yield per bite is 37 mg and a maximum yield of 97 mg. [164] Bites from red-bellied black snake are rarely life-threatening due to the snake usually choosing to inject little venom toxin, but are still in need of immediate medical attention. Rate of envenomation is 40–60%, but the untreated mortality rate is less than 1%.

  7. Discover the 42 Snakes in Kansas (5 Are Venomous) - AOL

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    Copperhead snakes are the most common venomous snake in Kansas. Every litter of Copperheads can contain up to 14 snakes, so from August to October be on the lookout for any baby copperheads when ...

  8. Diadophis punctatus arnyi - Wikipedia

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    The belly also has black flecks along it. This snake has a blunt head, a tiny mouth, and small eyes. Anteriorly the dorsal scales are usually in 17 rows (other eastern subspecies have 15 rows). [4] A mature prairie ringneck grows to about 25–36 cm (9.8–14.2 in) in total length (including tail), record 42 cm (16 + 1 ⁄ 2 in). [5]

  9. Snakebite - Wikipedia

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    [11] [8] Problems are often more severe in children than adults, due to their smaller size. [3] [12] [13] Allergic reactions to snake venom can further complicate outcomes and can include anaphylaxis, requiring additional treatment and in some cases resulting in death. [11] Snakes bite both as a method of hunting, and as a means of protection. [14]