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This is a list of reptiles of Pennsylvania as listed by the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission. [1] As of 2024, there are 38 native reptiles in Pennsylvania. The species are listed as in the PFBC list, with the exception of introduced species, which are derived from other sources. Notes on ranges provided by Pennsylvania Amphibian & Reptile ...
Two Pa. snake experts highlight what you need to know if you encounter snakes or want to hunt for rattlesnakes. Snake experts offer advice on snake encounters, hunting rattlesnakes in Pa. Skip to ...
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Toggle Snakes subsection. 2.1 Colubrids (family Colubridae ... This is a list of reptiles found in the US state of Washington. [1] Lizards. Desert lizards (family ...
Racer snakes are also common in warm, dry and brushy areas of Washington and are known for their extremely fast speed. Racer snakes are typically brown or olive in color with a pale yellow belly ...
Snakes have different ways of defending themselves, said Beane: camouflage. fleeing. secrecy. releasing unpleasant smelling/tasting musk. feigning death. pretending to look dangerous or unpalatable.
The snakes can also eat young chickens and chicks, hence the common name chicken snake. Rat snakes are most vulnerable to predators as juveniles. Predators of P. alleghaniensis include hawks (Buteo spp.), great horned owls (Bubo virginianus), foxes, raccoons, and domestic cats. Adult eastern rat snakes have few known predators other than humans.
Lists of snakes of the United States — lists of snake species that are native in U.S. states. Note: Articles on individual snakes should be listed in Category: Reptiles of the United States + Category: Snakes of North America + regional U.S. fauna categories .