A Field Guide to Amphibians and Reptiles of Maricopa County will help you to learn more about and identify snakes that are found in central Arizona.
The Ring-necked Snake (Diadophis punctatus) is a small to medium-sized snake. In Arizona it might not have the neck ring. It is active during the day, and hibernates in the colder months.
© Dr. Brendan P. O'Connor, used with permission. Some descriptions obtained from AZ PARC.A Field Guide to Amphibians and Reptiles of Maricopa County will help you to learn more about and identify snakes that are found in central Arizona.
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