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Ring-necked snake (Diadophis punctatus), Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve, 2011.

This harmless colubrid is found throughout most of the United States, central Mexico and southeastern Canada. These secretive, nocturnal snakes are rarely seen during the day. It is best known for its defensive behavior of curling up and exposing a bright red-orange posterior and ventral surface when threatened.

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Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve, Code: TAPR

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Organization: Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve
Address: 2480B KS Hwy 177, Strong City, KS 66869

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