Black Racer

 Black Racer ~ Coluber constrictor

  • Adult body length: 36 – 60 inches; maximum 73 inches
  • Length when hatched: 8 – 13 inches
  • Breeding period: April – May
  • Young per year: 10 – 12 eggs
  • Typical foods: Small mammals, birds, frogs, lizards, other snakes and large insects 
  • The Black Racer is a completely black snake

    with a little white or yellow marking under the

    chin. It is a non-venomous snake that can give

    a very painful bite. It got its name for being an

    extremely fast moving snake. It is an excellent

    climber but spends most of its time on the ground.

    When threatened, it normally will flee into thick

    brush, but will often stand its ground.

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