I caught a snake today but I'm having different thoughts on the type? I don't want to handle it much not knowing exactly what it is. I'm guessing a sort of rat/corn snake? but I want to be positive before going any further about housing and handling.
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What kind of snake is this?
aaroneugene
Jan 07, 2012 08:12 PM
Replies (4)
aaroneugene
Jan 07, 2012 08:13 PM
another view
markg
Jan 09, 2012 02:44 PM
The state where it was caught might help. Is the head narrow or really wide?
AaronEugene
Jan 09, 2012 04:47 PM
I am in Florida.
I have found my answer though.
It is a Florida Banded Water snake.
DMong
Jan 10, 2012 10:10 PM
Yes, that is indeed a Florida Banded Water snake (Nerodia fasciata pictiventris).
~Doug
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"a snake in the grass is a GOOD thing" 
