Green Rat Snake

Senticolis triaspis

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.

Habitat

Rocky wooded canyons and riparian areas in the Sky Island mountains

Diet

Lizards and small rodents

How common

Uncommon

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