The Gopher Snake is a large, powerful constrictor of western North America. When threatened, it flattens its head, vibrates its tail, and hisses loudly to mimic a rattlesnake. An important controller of rodent populations.
Best time to see a Gopher Snake
The best time to see a Gopher Snake is March–June, when about 65% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 74,771 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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