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Southern black racer

A species of Eastern racers
Scientific name : Coluber constrictor priapus Genus : Eastern racers

Southern black racer, A species of Eastern racers
Scientific name: Coluber constrictor priapus
Genus: Eastern racers
Southern black racer (Coluber constrictor priapus) Photo By fjswolff , used under CC-BY-NC-4.0 /Cropped and compressed from original

Description

Southern black racer is an agile constrictor, known for its unique behavior of 'tail-shaking' to ward off predators. Found prevalently in the southeastern United States, it is a opportunistic feeder, preying on small rodents, birds, amphibians, and reptiles. The species plays an ecological role in controlling pest population and serves as a food resource for larger predators.

General Info

Lifespan

10-15 years

Appearance

Southern black racer is a slender, long snake with smooth, glossy scales. Their primary coloration tends towards a delicately mottled black or dark brown. A vibrant yellow or cream belly distinguishes the creature, occasionally bearing marks of gray or white. The young are more heavily patterned than the adults. There is no substantial difference in appearance between sexes.

Behavior

Southern black racer is a solitary, diurnal creature, predominantly engaging in active foraging during daylight hours. It displays a distinct non-constricting hunting style, swiftly striking its prey to immobilize it. Mating behavior includes complex male-to-male combat. Southern black racer does not show significant territoriality, rather adapting to available habitats with dexterity.
Southern black racer (Coluber constrictor priapus) Southern black racer (Coluber constrictor priapus) Photo By fjswolff , used under CC-BY-NC-4.0 /Cropped and compressed from original

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