drift fences and pitfall traps, Semlitsch et al. and Wright, 1957; Fitch, 1970; Semlitsch et al., 1981). Indiana Academy of Science, Indianapolis, IN.Maps may include both verified and unverified observations.

A light-colored band is behind the black headcap, followed by black band 2-3 scales wide. Southeastern Crowned Snakes are light tan-brown colored snakes with a black head and neck separated by a single light band. Collins. The head is black with a light collar.

Third Edition, Expanded. Xeric microhabitats with sufficient rock, log, or stump cover Southeastern crowned snakes have very slender and small narrow bodies with smooth scales. It feeds on small animals such as worms and insects. The Southeastern Crowned snake is a very small snake.

Description: The southeastern crowned snake (Tantilla coronata) is small, slender snake, ranging from 5.2–9.6 in (13.3-24.5 cm) in length. Ground snake, southeastern black-headed snake, Tantilla, Tantilla snake. Using ratio of active adults was two males to one female, and activity was coupled with maximum

Rest of dorsum is plain brown or reddish brown; belly white or with a pinkish or yellowish tinge. Its small size and secretive nature have allowed it to remain in close proximity to urban areas. Reptiles and Amphibians of Eastern and Central North America. and minimum air temperatures. late summer, fall, and spring, with ovulation in June and ovi-position in June and early July Predators of this snake include milk snakes, kingsnakes, and black racers.

enlarged, grooved, rear teeth that are presumably used for envenomation of invertebrate

However, it is not considered to be a dangerous snake. Adults are normally tan to brown with a black head and chin. They found that few juveniles could be collected, the sex prey. prey. All

Description: The southeastern crowned snake (Tantilla coronata) is small, slender snake, ranging from 5.2–9.6 in (13.3-24.5 cm) in length.Adults are normally tan to brown with a black head and chin. collect in potential habitats. This small snake will not bite when captured. 1998.

(20 - 25.4 cm) Virginia Record Length: … Their signature black headcap extends from the back of the head downward to corner of the mouth; their chin is black as well. Though many of these glades have become overgrown, shaded, or otherwise altered; it is likely that this tiny snake still persists in the region.Conant, R. and J. T .

This black headed snake not only has a blck head cap but also a light band (or collar) across rear of head, followed in turn by a black band 3 to 5 scales wide.

Rest of dorsum is plain brown or reddish brown; belly white or with a pinkish or yellowish tinge. The body is unpatterned and may be peach, tan, or light brown. Tantilla snake.Nothing is known of reproduction in this species in Virginia. Average Length: 8 - 10 in.

were more important habitat features than predominant vegetation type.

There is a serious dearth of information available on this species in Virginia. Amphibians and Reptiles of Indiana. and Wright, 1957; Fitch, 1970; Semlitsch et al., 1981). Size Range 50 - 75 cm; Introduction. Fun Facts - The southeastern crowned snake is most active at night, or nocturnal. Houghton Mifflin, New York, NY.Minton, S. A. Jr. 2001. in Florida the smallest mature male The secretive, nocturnal nature of this snake has made it very difficult to study. Here is a site. This small snake will not bite when captured. This snake eats primarily insects and spiders.

were more important habitat features than predominant vegetation type. Houghton Mifflin, New York, NY.Minton, S. A. Jr. 2001. This species ranges from the central coast of New South Wales to south-eastern Queensland, and does not occur in Sydney.

1998. collect in potential habitats.

In South Carolina, mating occurs in Southeastern Crowned Snakes of this snake in South Carolina.

enlarged, grooved, rear teeth that are presumably used for envenomation of invertebrate This snake eats primarily insects and spiders. Southeastern Crowned Snakes This snake eats primarily insects and spiders.

ratio of active adults was two males to one female, and activity was coupled with maximum Tantilla snake.Nothing is known of reproduction in this species in Virginia. A black band 3-5 scales wide This is one of Alabama’s most diminutive snakes; they may only reach about 12 inches but are often considerably smaller.

Indiana Academy of Science, Indianapolis, IN.Maps may include both verified and unverified observations.

Using Amphibians and Reptiles of Indiana.