The Coachwhip is one of the longest and fastest snakes in North America. It is an active diurnal hunter with excellent eyesight, often raising its head to survey surroundings. Despite fearsome speed, it is not venomous.
Best time to see a Eastern Coachwhip
The best time to see a Eastern Coachwhip is March–June, when about 61% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 16,275 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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