I love South TX too. I might not be as enthused about large snakes, like the Drymarchon, but South TX has something for everyone. What a great place for herping.

Here's a thornscrub ratsnake, Pantherophis (Elaphe) emoryi meahllmorum from Brazos Island...


This is an F1 male showing some of the light color and pattern variation possible within this population. The habitat is very sandy, coastal dunes with a harsh climate, but pretty warm year 'round.

Shane, that was quite a group of photos. I'm assuming it included a massasauga, a Mexican hooknose, Mexican hognose, and a Schott's whipsnake, correct?

Let us not forget the rarer Mexican snakes too that just cross over. I have a strong interest in some, like the cat-eyed snake and the black-striped snake, etc. Hope to get some lifers this next summer.

TC

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