Reptiles and Amphibians - native

Pacific Ring-necked Snake (Diadophis punctatus amabilis) on Jul 29, 2008

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Description of specimen

A beautiful snake, brownish green on top with orange ring around neck and vivid orange underneath. When disturbed he coils his tail (?) showing the bright orange and points it at you.

Commentary

Is it native to this area? And how mildly venomous is it? Thanks, Leslie

Reporter
July 29, 2008, 2:24 p.m.

Hi Leslie, thank you for your report. Yes, the Pacific ring-necked snake is native to your area. It's range is as follows: "Found along the northern California coast from Sonoma County to the Oregon border, and inland through the coast ranges. Ranges north through Oregon into southern Washington, with isoloated populations in Idaho."

Thanks so much for your report, and enjoy this beautiful snake on your mother's property.

Lisa DeBruyckere
July 30, 2008, 2:33 p.m.

Location

I have twice this summer found a Pacific Ring-necked snake, I find no info online as to whether it is native to this area or not. It is a beauty tho. Found on my mothers property on the Clackamas river below the Barton bridge.

Expert Reviewer

Ms. Lisa DeBruyckere
Oregon Invasive Species Council Coordinator

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