Ring-necked Snake
Diadophis punctatus
About the Ring-necked Snake
Diadophis punctatus, commonly known as the ring-necked snake or ringneck snake, is a harmless species of colubrid snake found throughout much of the United States, central Mexico, and southeastern Canada. Ring-necked snakes are secretive, nocturnal snakes, so are rarely seen during the day time. They are best known for their unique defense posture of curling up their tails, exposing their bright red-orange posterior, ventral surface when threatened.
Key Facts
- Well-known species with 42,216 recorded observations.
Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the Ring-necked Snake?
The scientific name of the Ring-necked Snake is Diadophis punctatus.
How many Ring-necked Snake sightings have been recorded?
42,216 observations of the Ring-necked Snake have been recorded on iNaturalist.
42,216
observations on iNaturalist
