Scientific Name

Pantherophis Guttatus

Height

61 - 180 cm

Weight

900 g

Lifespan

6 - 8 years

Quantity

N/A

Nickname

CM, CP, CK, CO

Corn Snake

Information

The Corn Snake is a type of rat snake native to North America, often confused with the venomous copperhead, but the Corn Snake is non-venomous and beneficial to humans, especially in controlling rat populations. This snake is typically orange or yellowish-brown with red patterns bordered by black along its back. Its belly features a checkered black and white pattern resembling a chessboard. The Corn Snake is a constrictor, wrapping around its prey to suffocate it before swallowing it whole. It is most active from March to November and is more commonly found during the summer months, especially when hunting at night.

Eating Habits

The Corn Snake is a predator that feeds on small animals such as mice, birds, amphibians, and occasionally small reptiles like geckos. They are well-known for their ability to control rat populations in agricultural areas and human settlements.

Habitat

The Corn Snake is found in the southeastern United States, from New Jersey to the Florida Keys, and as far west as Utah. They inhabit a variety of environments, including forests, open areas, grasslands, and are often found in abandoned or rarely used buildings. Their natural habitats include wooded areas, grasslands, and sometimes more open spaces such as farms and gardens.

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