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Ring-necked Snake found under plank during an August day. Small, secretive, nocturnal.

The secretive, small (~30 cm), speedy Ring-necked Snake (Diadophis punctatus). Generally nocturnal. Probably common. Found through-out much of N. America. August 2019 NE US. Under plank during day. Looks like has 1 or 2 meals on board?

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