Eastern Milksnake (Lampropeltis triangulum) - Identification & Habitat Guide #1916954 (License: Personal Use)

The Eastern Milksnake (Lampropeltis triangulum) features vivid alternating bands of red, black, and creamy yellow or white, with the red bands bordered by black-a key trait distinguishing it from the venomous coral snake. It is a nonvenomous, nocturnal constrictor commonly found in forests, fields, and rocky outcrops across eastern North America. Its smooth scales and alert posture are evident as it coils defensively on a lichen-covered stone beside green grass.

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