The Ring-necked Snake is a small, secretive species recognized by the orange or yellow ring around its neck and a brightly colored belly. When threatened, it coils its tail to expose the vivid underside as a warning.
Best time to see a Ring-necked Snake
The best time to see a Ring-necked Snake is March–June, when about 61% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 41,558 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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