Non Venomous Snakes

Photo Gallery of Non Venomous Snakes

Northern Ringneck Snake
Northern Ringneck Snake
Northern Ringneck Snake
Gopher Snake
Often confused with a rattlesnake because of its brown and tan coloring. These snakes may hiss loudly when angered and strike to defend themselves, often vibrating the tail tip in warning. The slim bodies of the gopher snake can reach lengths up to 7 feet. Also, note the pointed tail tip and round pupil. They feed on small rabbits, squirrels, rats and mice.
Pacific Gopher Snake
Pacific Gopher Snake
Often confused with a rattlesnake.
California King Snake
California King Snake
The California King snake is a constrictor and its practically immune to the venom of rattlesnakes. King snakes feed on many kinds of rodents as well as other snakes. Adult king snakes may reach lengths up to 5 feet. These snakes become nocturnal during the hot summer months.
Western Yellowbelly (Racers)
Racers are very aggressive and active. At home in the brush and trees, they feed on small mammals, birds, frogs, lizards and other snakes. They may grow up to 4 feet. They are alert and fast.
Ramirez working with garter snake.
Common Garter Snake Garter snakes are black, green, yellow, and orange in color, with length-wise stripes, and are most likely to be found near water or moist areas such as gardens. Adult garter snakes can grow as long as 4 feet. These snakes feed on worms, frogs, slugs, fish, birds and mammals. The garter snake ‘musk’ its predators with a foul smelling spray.
Sharp Tailed Snake
A small secretive snake, this snake lives in damp environments. The reddish brown reptile has a distinct orange stripe and grows to one foot or less in length. They are most active after heavy rains. The sharp tailed snake feeds on slugs.