Eastern indigo snake

The Eastern indigo snake is classified as Least Concern. Does not qualify for a more at risk category. Widespread and abundant taxa are included in this category.

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Eastern indigo snakes were federally protected as threatened under the Endangered Species Act in 1978, and they are also protected as threatened by the State of Florida. More

Description: The Eastern Indigo Snake is a large nonpoisonous, stout bodied snake averaging six to seven feet in length. The largest individual recorded was eight-and-a-half-feet. More

The Eastern Indigo Snake is the largest non-venomous snake in North America. The indigo is yet another herp species that illustrates the severity of the problems faced by numerous reptiles and amphibians. More

Eastern Indigo Snake (Drymarchon couperi) In September of 1999, children in South Georgia killed an eastern indigo snake. Very proud of their "heroic feat" they published the photo in the local news paper. More

The eastern indigo snake (Drymarchon corais couperi) is the largest nonvenomous snake in North America. Individuals up to 104 inches have been measured. It derives its name from the dark blue iridescence of it large scales. More

The eastern indigo snake, a federally-listed threatened species, is North America's largest native snake. Get Involved! Join Now! Get Green Living Tips and the latest Conservancy news with Great Places, our free monthly e-newsletter. More

The eastern indigo snake (Drymarchon corais couperi) is a large, black, non-venomous snake found in the southeastern United States. Reaching lengths of almost 9 feet, it is the longest native snake in the United States. More

Survey and Monitoring of the Eastern Indigo Snake in Georgia . Southeastern Naturalist 2(3):393-408. Account Author: Andrew M. Grosse, University of Georgia More

The Eastern Indigo Snake is the largest and longest non-venomous snake in North America. The indigo snake is a large glossy blue-black snake reaching lengths of up to 9 feet. More

accompanies the eastern indigo snake that despite its endangered status it remains coveted by hobbyists. States where indigos are indigenous usually prohibit hobbyists from having the snakes. More

Similarities: the Eastern Indigo Snake is also all black but much larger and heavy-bodied; the Black Swamp Snake has a vivid red underside; the Striped Crayfish Snake is black only on the very top and tan on the side and underside; the Eastern Mud Snake is a More

Florida Eastern Indigo Snake (Drymarchon corais couperi) - Photo of Florida Eastern Indigo Snake Description: The Eastern indigo snake is the longest non-venomous snake in North America. More

Eastern Indigo Snake The eastern indigo snake is the longest snake in the United States. Adults can reach six to eight and a half feet in length. They are stocky and colored glossy blue-black. More

Eastern Indigo Snake: In Depth Person holding an Eastern indigo snake Eastern indigo snakes were listed as threatened because of dramatic population declines caused by over-collecting for the domestic and international pet trade as well as mortalities caused by rattlesnake More

The eastern indigo snake is the largest snake in North America. This black, iridescent snake has a red or whitish throat, smooth scales and may grow to a maximum length of 8 feet (2.4 m). More

The only snake commonly confused with the Eastern indigo snake is the black racer (Coluber constrictor). The black racer is a smaller snake, seldom exceeding 1.2 m; it is dull black in coloration, with white (brown in some areas) on the throat and lower labial scales. More

The eastern indigo snake is in severe decline. Its habitat is prime land for development because it is usually the best draining soil. Because of declining populations, the indigo is one of the most protected snakes in the US. More

The Eastern Indigo Snake is the longest North American Snake. The Eastern Indigo Snake can grow as long as 8 feet in length. More

Eastern Indigo Snake (Drymarchon couperi) Identification: Snake 60 to 102 inches. The largest North American snake. Body almost entirely shiny blue-black. Sides of the head, chin, and throat colored with red, orange, or cream-yellow. Scales smooth and anal plate single. More

Eastern Indigo snake (Drymarchon corais couperi) - Kingdom: Animalia Class: Reptilia Order: Squamata Family: Colubridae Listing Status: Quick links:Federal RegisterAction PlansRecoveryCritical HabitatConservation PlansPetitionsLife HistoryOther Resources General Information Average More

The eastern indigo snake can grow to over 8 feet in length. Indigo snakes are shiny blue-black, but the chin, cheeks, and throat may be red or rusty brown colored. However, some indigo snakes lack the reddish coloration and have white, brown, or even black chins. More

The eastern indigo snake, is a heavy-bodied, docile, non-venomous snake that grows to lengths of 6.2 - 8.7 feet. Body color is a uniform iridescent blue-black to black color except for a patch of red to reddish-cream around the chin, throat, and cheeks. More

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