Plains black-headed snake facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Plains black-headed snake |
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Tantilla
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nigriceps
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The Plains black-headed snake (also known as the Plains blackhead snake) is a type of snake. Its scientific name is Tantilla nigriceps. It belongs to the Colubridae family, which includes many common snakes.
These snakes are usually about 18 to 38 centimeters (7 to 15 inches) long. They have a plain tan or brownish-gray color. Their bellies are white, often with a pink or orange stripe down the middle. You can tell them apart from similar snakes because they don't have a light-colored ring around their neck.
Where They Live
This snake lives in several parts of North America.
- In the United States, you can find them in:
- They also live in Mexico.
Where They Like to Hang Out
Plains black-headed snakes often live in rocky or grassy areas. They prefer hillsides where the soil is damp. Sometimes, they might even be found in basements!
Snake Habits
The Plains black-headed snake is quite shy. It often hides in leaf piles or small burrows. These snakes are most active at night, moving around on the surface.
They have been seen from February to September in places like Arizona. However, most are found during August. These snakes don't like dry weather. You won't usually find them out in the open or under rocks when it's very dry.
How They Reproduce
Scientists believe that these snakes lay eggs. They probably lay up to three eggs in the spring or early summer. The baby snakes then start to hatch during the summer months.
