09/03/2025
My most recent snake relocation🐍🚨 The Western Coachwhip snake, Non-Venomous and one of the fastest snakes we have in Texas and North America. Their scales are said to resemble that of a braided whip, hence the name Coachwhip snake. They are generally about 4 to 5 feet long, but in rare cases can reach up to 8ft. Western Coachwhips are widely distributed throughout the western three quarters of the state. These snakes are diurnal and very active, they can been seen out even during the hottest part of the day. They are highly visual predators, with big round eyes because their eyes are their main method of detecting prey, unlike Pit Vipers. Coachwhips are often seen periscoping, or elevating their head to get a better idea of their whereabouts and to keep an eye on potential food and foes. Their diet may consist of eating lizards, small rodents, birds, frogs, and even other snakes including young rattlesnakes📚 We are currently working on our South Texas Snake ID pamphlets to distribute locally💚📖🐍
