The Flathead Snake is a tiny, secretive snake of the central U.S. named for its flattened, dark-capped head. One of the most common snakes under flat rocks in the Ozarks and Great Plains. Completely harmless to humans.
Best time to see a Flathead Snake
The best time to see a Flathead Snake is February–April, when about 65% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 2,334 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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