Ring-necked Snake
Diadophis punctatus
Description
How to Identify
Small dark gray or black snake with a yellow or orange neck ring and a bright yellow-to-red belly.
Size
Usually 10-15 inches.
Diet
Salamanders, earthworms, slugs, small frogs, lizards, and snakes.
Habitat
Woodlands, rocky slopes, and moist areas beneath logs, bark, and stones.
Location
Where it is found
Found statewide.