Eastern Ribbon Snake
Scientific Name:
The scientific name for the Eastern Ribbon Snake is Thamnophis sauritus sauritus
Where they're located in New Jersey:
Eastern Ribbon Snakes can be found throughout the state
Venomous:
No, Eastern Ribbon Snakes are non-venomous
Placement on Endangerment Scale:
Least Concern (LC)
Temperament:
Eastern Ribbon Snakes are active, curious snakes that, much like other small snakes, will move away from people and musk if irritated.
Physical characteristics:
Eastern Ribbon Snakes are similar in appearance to the Eastern Garter Snake, the difference is Eastern Ribbon Snakes have a longer, skinnier body, with only black scales with yellow stripes. They can grow to be 16-28 inches in length.
Live or egg birth:
Eastern Ribbon Snakes have live births
Preferred habitat:
Bodies of water, swamps, bogs or other wetlands