The Green Rat Snake is a slender, bright green snake found at the northern edge of its range in southeastern Arizona. It inhabits wooded canyons and riparian areas. One of the most beautiful snakes in the Southwest.
Best time to see a Green Rat Snake
The best time to see a Green Rat Snake is May–August, when about 62% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 226 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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