Information on Snakes | Information and Illustrations of Specific Snakes

Snakes of Massachusetts

Cross-banded or Blotched Snakes

Is the Snake?

• Head large and triangular with pit on each side between the nostril and eye, and vertical, elliptical pupils (eyes); keeled scales, poisonous? (If Yes, click here)
• Head small and oval with round pupils and no pits, non-poisonous? (If Yes, click here)