61. Zoocheck Canada Inc. - Programs & Projects - Exotics - Venomous Snakes And Snake general Information About Venomous snakes. Types of venomous snakes have beendivided into three groups ( Types of snakes, 2000) Opithoglyphs have rear http://www.zoocheck.com/programs/exotic/venom/snake.shtml

Venomous snakes and snake bite Prepared by Reeshma Haji, July 2000 Incidents of venomous snake bites and their deleterious effects have been well documented in North American newspapers. In one year, worldwide, an estimated 300,000 people are bitten by snakes (Roberts, 1987). The number of deaths per annum attributed to snake bite is estimated at 50,000-100,000 ("Deadly viper," 2000). (See Appendix A ). Although the total number of bites in Canada and the United States is lower than that of other countries, a number of fatalities resulting from envenomation have occurred. It has been estimated that 8,000 bites from venomous snakes occur each year in the United States (Dart & Gomez, 1996). In August of 1992, Larry Moor of Langley, British Columbia died shortly after a bite from an Egyptian cobra. Of particular interest is the fact that Mr. Moor was dedicated to educating the public about snakes. He was the founder of the B.C. Association of Reptile Owners and used to visit schools to correct children’s misconceptions about snakes and to teach them about their proper handling. ("Cobra bite," 1992; "Snake handler,"1992). Expertise in the area of venomous snakes does not ensure protection against a potentially fatal snake bite. More evidence for this comes from the case of Brian Leslie West from Emmitsburg, Maryland. Mr. West instructed local paramedics in the treatment of snake bite. However, in May of 1992 he went into cardiac arrest and died following a bite from an Indian king cobra ("Bite kills," 1992). More recently, in December 1999, a zoo volunteer in California was fatally bitten by one of 10 venomous snakes she kept in her home ("Bite kills," 1999). These incidents are a small sample of the sort of tragic events that can occur as a result of keeping and handling venomous snakes.

62. Frogs Hatch Earlier To Escape Snacking Snakes Snake bites, in general, last longer than raindrops, and the spaces betweensnake bites are generally longer than the spaces between raindrops, Warkentin http://www.livescience.com/animalworld/050509_frog_embryos.html

Amazing Images: Summer under the Stars Contest 101 Amazing Earth Facts World Trivia Natural Disasters: Top 10 U.S. Threats ... LiveScience.com: Cool Science Galleries Frogs Hatch Earlier to Escape Snacking Snakes By LiveScience Staff posted: 09 May 2005 06:33 am ET If the red-eyed tree frog embryo waits too long to hatch during its roughly one-week incubation period, it might become a meal instead. But nature has given this frog the clever ability to recognize vibrations created in a snake attack and hatch a few days early in order to escape, a new study found. The embryos huddle in gelatinous blobs, clinging to tree leaves that hang over watery locations in Panama. When snakes find them, they start munching. If you're not among the first embryos in a blob to be eaten, you have some time to get away. A snake bites on a blob of frog embryos. Credit: Karen Warkentin After the initial bite, the embryos start to wiggle frantically, the study found. They rupture their egg capsules and drop into the water. Now called tadpoles, they swim to safety. The embryos can hatch up to three days sooner than normal when attacked. Lots of things can shake an egg blob, though. Like a heavy rain. It seems the embryos pay attention not to the speed of the vibrations or their force, but rather to a characteristic amount of time between movements that indicates a predator is in their midst.

63. Texas Junior Naturalists-Venomous Snakes snakes in general, occur around a home for the specific purposes of seeking foodand shelter. Keeping these things in mind provides us with guidelines to http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/expltx/jrnat/vsnakes.htm

64. Cottonmouth Water Moccasin In general, these snakes are an average length of around 30 inches, but specimensof the Western in excess of 54 inches have been captured by the author. http://www.wf.net/~snake/moccasin.htm

GET YOUR Optimized for E-mail Bayou Bob! snake@wf.net P.O. Box 1655 D Weatherford, Texas 76086 The Cottonmouth Water Moccasin Agkistrodon piscivorus There is only one North American poisonous water snake - the Cottonmouth Water Moccasin! Not to be confused at all with its many nonpoisonous neighbors, this snake is a pit viper in the same general family as the Copperhead and the Rattler. This dangerous semi-aquatic snake is truly an aggressive reptile that will stand its ground or even approach an intruder. Regional variations do occur, so never handle a water snake of any kind for fear of a nasty, bacteria-rich or venomous bite! They favor lying dormant on logs, rocks or limbs at water's edge awaiting the telltale movement of approaching prey. It is characterized by a brown, olive or blackish dark body with lighter belly, and body crossbands which have a distinct border extending all the way around and across the yellowish stomach. Young, born live, are much brighter and often are most similar in color to the Copperhead, each with a bright yellow or lime greenish tail tip. These snakes readily vibrate their tails when provoked or approached and can make an impressive 'rattling' sound when placed against leaves, water, or solid objects. The older snakes tend to lose the obvious pattern effect and appear to be darker and bland colored. The triangular shaped head is evident even at rest, set off with distinct elliptical 'cat-eye' pupils and a dark facial line extending through the eye. Powerful jaws support this snake's habit of latching on during a bite rather than the quick strike and release pattern of its cousin the Copperhead.

65. Snakes In The Bible For example, the Greek word ophis may refer to snakes in general, or may incertain verses specifically apply to a venomous snake. http://www.herper.com/human/biblical.html

Snakes in the Bible Man and Snake The Role of the Snake in the Bible I've seen this topic posed several times in snake-related discussion groups and society newsletters. The question is usually "does the Bible state that snakes are evil?" I'm going to put together a listing here of passages in the Bible that mention serpents. Whether you take the verses figuratively or literally shouldn't affect the primary question here. To keep in mind while going through this: No verse stands alone. The chapter and verse structure was not part of the original writings. You have to keep everything in context with other verses. I've attempted to keep the verses mentioning snakes in context by including surrounding verses and other relevant passages. The words that have been translated as adder, viper, asp, etc., are not specific translations. Rather, the English terms are general translations, and do not directly apply as species descriptions. For example, the Greek word "ophis" may refer to snakes in general, or may in certain verses specifically apply to a venomous snake. I'm using the standard KJV here - other versions occasionally substitute other words for snakes (i.e. basilisk for asp). I'm not going to include the terms "dragon" or "leviathan" here, as while they may be symbolic reptiles, they aren't really snakes.

66. Snake Resources Snake Cell In Praise of snakes. general snake information plus safety, handlingand first aid. http//www.anapsid.org http://www.pgaa.com/fish/general/snakesalive.html

[Dogs] [Cats] [Birds] [Fish/Reptiles] ... [Contact Us] Back to the Fish Home Page Terri's Favorites SNAKES ALIVE!!!! Snakes come to us with awful reputations: they give us the "evil eye"; they're sneaky, slithery, and generally untouchable; they bite us and we die; AND, they got us kicked out of the Garden of Eden. While some of this may be true, and there seems to be a common prejudice against these creatures, a lot of the fear and loathing is unwarranted. They help keep down pest and insect populations (reducing the snake population usually results in an increase in the rodent population); they are usually not enthusiastic for human contact, and only strike when threatened; they help start relationships (what little girl didn't like the little boy who dangled a snake in front of her!); and, they can make interesting pets. Snakes are a part of Class Reptilia, subclass Lepidosauria, Order Squamata and suborder Serpentes (just in case anyone should ask). "Four limbed animals (Superlcass Tetrapoda)" is a part of a snakes total "species" identification; but, they in fact, have no limbs...dah!. About 300 million years ago some may have had four legs; but then, some of them changed into birds or mammals instead of snakes or lizards. Snakes are undoubtedly the banner carriers for creepy, low-life creatures, and it's hard not to be revolted at the sight of these slinky, slithery, secretive and sneaky things. Well, this is nothing new. Humans and snakes have had a love-hate affair since day one. In India important people come back reincarnated as cobras. St Patrick is hailed for ridding Ireland of all snakes. The Egyptian goddess Mafdet is a destroyer of snakes while the Phoenician God Sadrapa protects snakes. The medical caduceus has two snakes wrapped around a staff, and is based on Greek mythology where snakes using herbs to cure other snakes were observed.

67. Your Chinese Astrology Sign: The Snake - Astrology.com In general, of course, snakes are generous and genteel, charming and appealing.snakes must try to learn humility and to develop a stronger sense of self. http://chinese.astrology.com/snake.html

you are here: iVillage astrology.com chinese astrology the snake iVillage Entertainment Magazines iVillage Astrology web Year of the Rooster Horoscopes Find Your Chinese Sign Chinese Sign Compatibility Name Your Star watch this! Taryn Manning caught in the air Two new Ray Charles CDs Cosmetic firm reviews contract Personals ... FREE Love Reading Diplomatic and popular, the Snake has the sensual art of seduction down. This Sign is an interesting mix of gregariousness paired with introversion, intuitive reasoning paired with savvy business skills. Snakes are considered to be lucky with money and will generally have more than enough to live life to the fullest, regardless of how important it considers money to be; this may be due to the fact that Snakes tend to be rather tight with cash. They're not stingy, they're simply more mentally than physically active. Snakes tend to hang back a bit in order to analyze a situation before jumping into it. Their charming, seductive quality actually belies a rather retiring nature; this Sign is perfectly happy to spend the whole day curled up with a good book and, thus, can be mislabeled as being lazy. The Snake is somewhat insecure deep down and tend to be a rather jealous, possessive lover, behavior that can end up alienating loved ones. Despite these less-than-stellar tendencies, however, the Snake often proves irresistible and is a generous, loving partner.. Slightly dangerous and disarmingly smart, the Snake's philosophical and intuitive mind generally supersedes logic in favor of feelings and instinct. Snakes will rely on their own gut reactions and intuitions before turning to others for suggestions. This makes this Sign a great hand in any business venture, possessing the caution and smarts needed to get ahead.

68. Snakes I ll treat the more commonly seen colubrid snakes by general habitat preferences.None of these species are venomous, although many will bite if handled. http://www.stetson.edu/~pmay/woodruff/snakes.htm

SNAKES OF LAKE WOODRUFF NWR For more information about the ecology and natural history of snakes common to this area, visit the Florida Snake Quiz VENOMOUS SNAKES ARE RELATIVELY COMMON AT LAKE WOODRUFF NWR, SO EXERCISE CAUTION WITH ALL SNAKES. WHEN IN DOUBT, WALK AWAY FROM THE ANIMAL. Pit vipers (Family Viperidae, Subfamily Crotalinae) VENOMOUS The dusky pigmy rattlesnake, Sistrurus miliarius barbouri, is the pit viper most likely to be encountered on the refuge. They can be found in nearly all areas except aquatic habitats, though they are most common in mesic hammock and along the edges of the dikes. In spring through fall, looking along the sides of the dikes an hour or so before sunset is a good way to find them. They are usually coiled when seen, and a coiled adult is only a 4-5" across. For more information on pigmy rattlesnakes, see the Pigmy Rattlesnake Home Page Cottonmouths, or water moccasins ( Agkistrodon piscivorus) , are not common in the public use areas of the refuge, though they are occasionally found along the edges of impoundments, in flooded hammocks, and sometimes crossing the dikes. Most snakes seen crossing the dikes are not cottonmouths, but banded water snakes. If you see this display from a snake, it's a cottonmouth that wishes to be left alone. Color pattern is highly variable, and prominent bars as seen in this snake may not be present. The brown mask on the side of the head bordered by white lines is a consistent feature. For more information about cottonmouths, visit

69. Smithsonian Answer Book(2) So how much do you know about snakes? Whatever the level of your preexistingfamiliarity with the subject matter (or general biology) would be helpful. http://www.chicagoherp.org/books/answer2.html

Chicago Herpetological Society Book Review Title: Snakes in Question: The Smithsonian Answer Book Author: Carl H. Ernst, George R. Zug 1996. Washington, DC: Smithsonian Institution Press. xviii + 203 pp. ISBN 1-56089-649-2. Reviewed by: James Harding Michigan State University Museum East Lansing, MI 48824 About Amazon.com Reprinted from the Bulletin of the Chicago Herpetological Society [32(8):177-178, August 1997] So how much do you know about snakes? Whatever the level of your herpetological expertise, you will find much of interest in this new book. Authors Ernst and Zug, both respected and well-published herpetologists, have produced an accessible and readable guide to snake biology that is unique in its clarity and presentation. In the preface, the authors state that they have set out to answer "the most frequently asked questions about snakes." Recognizing that snakes both fascinate and repel many people, they emphasize that the facts about snakes are often more amazing than the many fabrications and exaggerations found in folklore. They note that understanding snakes will surely make them seem less frighteningand less likely to be killed by the fearful. No particular level of education is assumed for the book's target audience, though readers are presumed to have a "heightened curiosity about snakes." The authors avoid the use of unnecessary scientific jargon, but do not shy away from introducing (and defining) important technical terms or the use of scientific names. Most anyone with at least a ninth or tenth grade reading proficiency level would be able to comprehend this book, though a preexisting familiarity with the subject matter (or general biology) would be helpful. The exclusive use of metric units of mass, length, and temperature, without English conversions, may confuse older readers who may have had little exposure to this now-universal (except, unfortunately, in the USA) system of measurement.

70. Kingsnakes And Milksnakes In general, provide a temperature gradient ranging from 7686 F, with nighttimedrops into the low Living snakes of the World, John M. Mehrtens. 1987. http://www.anapsid.org/king.html

Melissa Kaplan's Herp Care Collection Last updated August 17, 2002 Kingsnakes and Milksnakes Lampropeltis Natural History Kingsnakes and milksnakes are some of the most beautiful snakes in the world and are very popular and easily kept in captivity. Moderately sized and usually quite docile, these snakes appeal to the beginner as well as to the experienced herpetoculturist. The scientific name for the genus of kingsnakes and milksnakes is Lampropeltis Lampro is derived from the Greek word for "shiny" and peltis , Greek for "shields." The name is a very accurate descriptor of these snakes with their glossy, smooth, well-defined scales. Lampropeltis getula (kingsnakes), L. triangulum (milksnakes) and the other six species (comprising forty-five subspecies) can be found throughout most of the United States, the southern parts of Ontario and Quebec, down through Central America and parts of South America. Kings can be found in arid deserts, swamplands, farmlands, grasslands, pine and deciduous forests, up to 8,500 feet in the Rockies and to 10,000 in the Andes, and in riparian habitats. These constrictors, in the wild they consume a variety of prey, including other snakes, amphibians, lizards, rodents, birds, even rattlesnakes. One of the most interesting thing about some of the kings and milks, and something which unfortunately works only too well, is their mimicry of the venomous coral snakes. As most people cannot tell the difference and many believe that all snakes are uniformly dangerous, wild kings and milks are often met with the business end of a shovel rather than the respect they deserve for their efforts in keeping the rodent populations in check. To set the record straight

71. FCPA - Hidden Pond Nature Center snakes general Natural History. snakes play an important role in maintainingthe balance and diversity of native species. they are preyed upon by larger http://www.co.fairfax.va.us/parks/hiddenpond/snakes1.htm

Events Almanac Wildlife Amphibians ... Homepage RESOLVING CONFLICTS WITH WILDLIFE: SNAKES The Fairfax County Park Authority is committed to strategies which conserve the widest diversity of natural resources and promote a peaceful coexistence between those resources and the public. While there are a vital component of healthy natural systems, few animals elicit stronger reactions or are more feared and misunderstood than snakes. Snakes - General Natural History Snakes play an important role in maintaining the balance and diversity of native species. they are preyed upon by larger species and in turn keep rodent and insect populations in check. Snakes are cold-blooded reptiles. Their movements and activities are effected by temperature. they spend the cool months in hibernation and spend much of the summer under cover or basking in the sun. Snakes are both active and opportunistic feeders, taking advantage of the passing or "discovered" meal. Snakes' habitat, as for all wildlife, is one in which they can find suitable food and shelter. They may seek cover and prey in log piles, rocky outcrops or abandoned burrows. If made available to them, they may also find shelter in basements, trash dumps or attics. How to Discourage and Exclude Snakes from Your Home The following techniques will make your home and premises less attractive and available for snakes.

72. Snakes A must for any snake aficionado or anyone wanting to acquire a general knowledgeon this group of reptiles. Vivarium Magazine http://www.ucpress.edu/books/pages/6584.html

@import "style.css"; 366 pages, 8-1/2 x 11 inches, 215 color photographs, 3 line drawings Published June 1997 Available worldwide Entire Site Books Journals E-Editions The Press Harry W. Greene Snakes The Evolution of Mystery in Nature With photographs by Michael and Patricia Fogden. In stockships in 2-3 days In stockships in 2-3 days Categories: Organismal Biology Herpetology Animals Wildlife ... MORE INFO AND CHOICES Email: Read the abstracts Description Awards About the Author ... Related Books "Greene's book is a masterpiece, filled with beautiful photography and myriad interesting details."Tom Butler, Wild Earth "An extremely well-written and scientific introduction to the evolutionary biology of snakes, interwoven with folklore and original observations on their natural history, supported by a massive bibliography and index. The hundreds of outstanding colour photographs . . . not only illustrate the various species but often show them in action. . . . This is a book to read for interest and pleasure as well as for accurate and original scientific information." J.L. Cloudsley-Thompson, Nature "It is a big book on a big subjectas rich in its way as a volume of the Encyclopaedia Britannica , say, or the complete works of John Irving. . . . Filled with a planet's wealth of snakes, informed by Greene's lifetime of study in evolutionary biology and herpetology, illustrated gorgeously with photographs by Michael Fogden and Patricia Fogden, it gives vivid concreteness to that beleaguered abstraction, biological diversity. . . . Would it seem overmuch to say that no household, no serious library, should lack a copy of this stunning book? I don't think so. Life is short, but snakes are long."David Quammen

73. WildWNC.org : Animals : CORN SNAKE general INFORMATION The Corn Snake, also known as the red rat snake, All snakes, including the Corn Snake, have been needlessly killed and persecuted by http://wildwnc.org/af/cornsnake.html

Full Size Image - 111K INFORMATION LINKS Center for North American Amphibians and Reptiles GENERAL INFORMATION The Corn Snake, also known as the red rat snake, is one of several species of rat snakes occuring in the United States. Rat snakes are large, powerful, non-venomous snakes which feed on a variety of prey species which they overpower by constriction. DESCRIPTION Corn Snakes are highly variable in coloration and pattern depending on the age of the snake and the region of the country in which it is found. They are generally very colorful snakes with most adults displaying vivid colors of reddish or orange blotches edged in black with a grayish to orange colored background tinged with yellow. The belly of the snake usually consists of alternating rows of black and white, resembling a checkerboard pattern. The overall appearance of the snake reminds one of brightly colored Indian corn from which it probably gets its common name. Corn Snakes from the western North Carolina region tend to be much duller in coloration than those from other areas. Young hatchling corn snakes lack much of the bright coloration found on the adults. Adult Corn Snakes normally range from about 3 to 5 feet in length. CORN SNAKE Elaphe guttata HABITS AND HABITATS HISTORY All snakes, including the Corn Snake, have been needlessly killed and persecuted by man. The fear and hatred of snakes is based on human prejudices and beliefs rather than actual fact. Due to their reddish-orange coloration, Corn Snakes are often killed because they are mistaken for the copperhead, a venomous species. Corn Snakes, as well as copperheads, are actually beneficial predators of rodents and in turn are important food items for many other animals. Because of their beautiful coloration and docile temperament as captives, Corn Snakes are often kept as pets tame quickly and with proper care may live ten to fifteen years or more in captivity. In the wild, their average lifespan is considerably less. Corn Snakes also readily breed in captivity and many striking color patterns and variations have been produced by hobbyists, many of which would not normally occur in the wild.

74. HAILSTONES & HOOP SNAKES HAILSTONES HOOP snakes TALL TALES FROM THE general STORE. Ted Stone. Saskatoon,SK Western Producer Prairie Books, 1984. 125pp., paper, $9.95. http://www.umanitoba.ca/cm/cmarchive/vol13no2/hailstoneshoopsnakes.html

Ted Stone. Saskatoon, SK: Western Producer Prairie Books, 1984. 125pp., paper, $9.95. ISBN 0-88833-137-1. CIP. Subject Headings: Tall tales-Prairie Provinces. Legends-Prairie Provinces. Grades 7 and up / Ages 12 and up Reviewed by Janet Goldack. Volume 13 Number 2 1985 March In twenty-four tall tales of Canada's past, a mythical prairie community (Deer River) and fictitious characters (Pete, Sparky and Jake) are brought to life by Ted Stone, a skillful and imaginative writer, and weekly columnist for the Winnipeg Free Press. These three real characters, who, in "just plain good conversation," tell whoppers with straight faces and ultimate sincerity, fill typical prairie meeting places, such as the coffee shop, general store and post office, with the warmth of "authentic" oral history. Black and white illustrations only add to the hilarity of these Canadian style Paul Bunyan tales, in which the reader feels a grain of truth may exist somewhere - but where? The author attempts to teach about storytelling in two chapters: "Something about Storytelling" and "Epilogue: How to Tell a Story", which help to give insight into this literary form and into the author's perspective of life. This publication is typical prairie humour, polished and performed for all of Canada to enjoy.

75. Snake Bites And Dogs At ThePetCenter.com In general, snakes want to be left alone. But along comes an inquisitive dogprobing every mysterious hole in the ground, sniffing under downed logs, http://www.thepetcenter.com/exa/sb.html

Hundreds of pages and photos of real animal hospital cases Dog and cat health care articles written by veterinarians ThePetCenter.com is presented to you as a free pet care resource by PetFoodDirect.com and NationalPetPharmacy.com America's Pet Store On The Web 87 Brands of Pet Foods! Treats, Supplies, Accessories for Birds, Fish, Pocket Pets, Horses, and Wellness/Holistic Products Pet Prescription and non-Rx Meds Prescription and Non-Rx Medications For Pets. Advantage, Capstar, Heartgard, FrontLine, Animal Wellness Center Snake Bites Dog! This article by T. J. Dunn, Jr. DVM appeared in the January, 2002 issue of Dog World Magazine We are all familiar with situations where a dog happens to bite another dog or even a human. These occurrences are always scary. For me, the most heart-stimulating bite cases are the ones where the headline might read “Dog Bites Vet”. Did you know that each year in the United States, over one million animal-bite wounds are reported? Dogs and cats inflict the vast majority. On occasion the tables get turned on our canine friends though, and without warning they are recoiling from the pain inflicted by sharp, poison-injecting fangs. Caught off guard, it is a moment you will never forget if you and your dog encounter a poisonous snake while simply taking a pleasant walk in the outdoors. Snakebites are a fact of life for dogs and humans in a wide area of North America. Venomous snakes bite about 8,000 people annually in the USA, but according to most estimates, only 12 to 15 of these bites are fatal. You won’t find details on the numbers of dogs bitten, or killed, by venomous snakes, though. I asked Michael Schaer, DVM, Professor of Veterinary Internal Medicine at the University of Florida, College of Veterinary Medicine, about the numbers of dogs bitten or killed by snakes in the USA. He responded “I don't believe we have a valid source of information on the actual numbers of dogs bitten or killed by snakes annually in the United States because there is no central data resource for this.” In his twenty-two years as the lead clinician handling snake bites at the veterinary school, Dr. Schaer estimates about a 20 percent fatality rate for dogs bitten by the Eastern Diamondback and the Eastern Coral snakes.

76. Snakes--Animals Lesson Plan (grades 6-8)--DiscoverySchool.com general information about snakes. The Electronic Zoo Resources and links torelated sites for different types of snakes. World Famous San Diego Zoo http://school.discovery.com/lessonplans/programs/snakes/

postionList = "compscreen,hedthick,admedia,tower,nuiad,interstitial"; OAS_RICH("interstitial"); OAS_RICH("admedia"); Grades K-5 Grades 6-8 Grades 9-12 Astronomy/Space ... Health History Ancient History U.S. History World History Life Science Animals Ecology Human Body The Microscopic World ... Weather 6-8 > Animals Grade level: 6-8 Subject: Animals Duration: Two class periods Objectives Materials Procedures Adaptations ... Credit Objectives Find a video description, video clip, and discussion questions. Ultimate Guide: Snakes Use our free online Teaching Tools to create custom worksheets, puzzles and quizzes on this topic! Students will understand the following: Snakes thrive in almost every region of the world. Different types of snakes have different physical characteristics that help them survive and succeed in their particular habitats. Materials For this lesson, you will need: Research materials on snakes Computer with Internet access Procedures Ask your students to share any experience they have had or any prior knowledge they have about snakes. Tell them they are going to become amateur herpetologists , or snake experts. (Herpetologists also study amphibians.)

77. Corn Snake Caresheet Corn snakes in general adapt well to eating prekilled rodents. The reasons forfeeding pre-killed are simple. Live mice and rats can and will bite your http://www.reptilecare.com/CornSnakeCaresheet.htm

General Corn Snake Care by Yours Truly Housing Most adult Corn Snakes will live comfortably in a 20-gallon tank provided that you let them out for exercise. Bigger is always better in this case though and a 30-gallon or larger would be very nice. The tank must have a locking screen top. This is very important. Most pet stores sell clips that lock the top down securely. Buying 4 clips will ensure that you won't be doing any "snake hunting" around the house. People will tell you to just stack books on top, but beware, snakes are escape artists that can wriggle through a very small hole. Enough said. Snake Home Interiors Some good substrates for the bottom of the tank are newspaper, pine bark chips (from a pet store, no pesticides), or aspen bedding. Newspaper is probably the best substrate available. It is clean and cheap. When it gets soiled just crumple it up and throw it away. Although seemingly perfect in every way, unfortunately newsprint is not very eye appealing. This is where pine bark chips come in. If properly obtained (through a reputable pet store) they are relatively clean. The soiled pieces can be scooped out as they appear and the whole tank can be emptied on a regular basis and disinfected. Aspen bedding is my personal favorite. The manufacturers claim the pieces are small enough so that if ingestion occurs no harm will come to the animal. In fact, I have seen all my snakes ingest the Aspen at one time or another. I have used it successfully for several years now.

78. Controlling Snake Problems Around Homes, G89-908-A It includes general information about snakes, descriptions of each species, andrange maps. Lynch, JD 1985. Annotated Checklist of the Amphibians and http://ianrpubs.unl.edu/wildlife/g908.htm

G89-908-A Controlling Snake Problems Around Homes Controlling snake problems around residences is covered here. Ron J. Johnson, Extension Wildlife Specialist Previous Category Catalog Order Info Legal Status ... Thank You Snakes Occasionally people encounter snakes around their homes or in other places, and wonder what to do about the snakes or whether they are dangerous. In nearly all cases, these are harmless types such as garter snakes or bullsnakes. However, Nebraska does have four kinds of poisonous snakes the prairie rattlesnake, timber rattlesnake, western massasauga (a small rattlesnake), and copperhead. The prairie rattlesnake is found in the western two-thirds of Nebraska and the other three in the southeastern corner ( Figure 1 Figure 1. This map shows the areas where each of Nebraska's four poisonous snakes may occur. This NebGuide provides guidelines for controlling snakes in areas near homes where they cause problems or concerns. If you live in an area where poisonous snakes occur, consult EC 89-1761, Poisonous Snake and Snakebite in Nebraska Knowledge about snakes is helpful in understanding how to handle situations where they are encountered. Consider purchasing a good field guide and reviewing books at libraries to help sharpen your skills. bother good way to learn about snakes and how to identify them is to view them at local zoos and nature centers.

79. George Washington And Jefferson National Forests-General Information A wide variety of snakes live in the forest. Most snakes are harmless and allsnakes fill an important role in the forest animal food chain. http://www.fs.fed.us/r8/gwj/general_info/

Alabama, NFs in Caribbean NF Cherokee NF Daniel Boone NF Florida, NFs in Kisatchie NF Land Between the Lakes Mississippi, NFs in North Carolina, NFs in Ouachita NF Savannah River Texas, NFs in Accessibility Fee Schedule GIS Information Leave No Trace ... Rules For Visitors Search: Southern Region Page GWJ Home Page About Us Contact Us ... Volunteering 5162 Valleypointe Parkway Roanoke, VA 24019-3050 Related Links: Site Directory Grants Just For Kids Healthy Forest Initiative General Information Welcome to Your National Forests District Advisories: Safety Alerts, Fires, Advisories, Closures, and Restrictions Tips for Preventing Air Pollution As a visitor to the George Washington and Jefferson National Forests you are asked to follow certain rules designed to protect the Forests, the natural environment, and to ensure the health, safety, and enjoyment of your fellow visitors. For your information we have assembled a number of key rules for your consideration. Your cooperation will be greatly appreciated. Please remember to be careful. You are primarily responsible for your own safety. Look out for natural hazards and dangers when you visit your National Forests. General Rules of Conduct Sanitation Throw all garbage and litter in containers provided for this purpose, or take it with you.

80. Gopher Tortoise Indigo Snake from Archie Carr NWF Indigo snakes (like all snakes) are eastern indigo snakes were federally protected in 1978, there is general http://www.nbbd.com/godo/ef/indigo/

Indigo Snakes - Titusville, Florida Friends of the Enchanted Forest Titusville Florida 32783-0128 Enchanted Forest Nature Sanctuary Eastern Indigo Snakes By Rebecca B. Smith Wildlife Ecologist, Dynamac Corporation, Kennedy Space Center, FL March 8, 2002 Introduction The eastern indigo snake ( Drymarchon corais couperi ) has the distinction of being the largest snake native to North America. Eastern indigos typically range from 5 to 7 feet long, but can reach lengths greater than 8 feet. Indigos are robust and shiny black, with smooth conspicuous scales. The lower face and chin may be black, light grey, or red, and the coloration can extend down the body past the throat. Indigo snakes are non-venomous and generally docile; they rarely become aggressive even when threatened. They are long-lived, and there are reports of captive individuals surviving for 25 years, but life spans in the wild are likely much shorter. Eastern indigos were once common from the southern tip of South Carolina west to southeastern Mississippi and throughout Florida, including the Keys. Their current range is restricted to southern Georgia and peninsular Florida, with a few isolated populations in the Florida panhandle and north Key Largo. Eastern indigo snakes were federally protected as threatened under the Endangered Species Act in 1978, and they are also protected as threatened by the State of Florida. It is illegal to harass, harm, capture, keep, or kill an eastern indigo snake without specific state and/or federal permits.

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