"Remember, most animals are not named based on their food:

elephant
giraffe
camel
cat
dog

Sea snakes are named based on where they are found; in the sea.

I've made my point, using logic, reason & specific examples."

That one remark ("So..." etc) was just a joke. I thought it was pretty obvious.

"Although these snakes are also found on the ground, and in buildings, they exhibit a strong tendency to climb. (Humans are sometimes found diving, and flying, which is outside THIER normal habitat ranges.)

They are always found near trees & woods, whether or not they are actually in a tree. Often, they are found in dense woods, one of the few snakes which are. They also frequently hibernate in recesses in trees, or up in barns or attics.

Logically, I think that Tree Snake is the most accurate name."

Yes, Pantherophis obsoletus is often found in trees. But not all the time, nor even most of the time. Besides, the name "Ratsnake" also refers to a group of colubrids closely related to this species, of wich many are not arboreal at all.

"I appreciate your feedback & time."

You're welcome.

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