Thursday, August 13, 2009

Black Rat Snake (Elaphe obsoleta obsoleta)

Black Rat Snake for sure, maybe Elaphe obsoleta obsoleta but I'm not sure of Latin name. Taxonomic discussions here:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/clintg/3669346203/in/set-72157618140064842/
They shake their tail and let out a stink when threatened. I didn't smell anything but he sure did shake!
 
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