The Corn Snake is a beautifully patterned constrictor of the southeastern U.S. It is docile and one of the most popular snakes in captivity. Wild individuals are excellent at controlling rodent populations.
Habitat
Pine flatwoods, overgrown fields, forest edges, and rocky hillsides
Diet
Small rodents, lizards, and birds
How common
Common
Best time to see a Corn Snake
The best time to see a Corn Snake is February–June, when about 61% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 13,817 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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