The harmless western fox snake is a common Midwest species often found in the transition zone (ecotone) between wooded and herbaceous habitats. They are constrictors, primarily prey on rodents, and can reach up to 5 feet in length. When alarmed, fox snakes may vibrate their tail and be mistaken for a rattlesnake. The fox snake's copper colored head can result in misidentification as a copperhead. Copperheads don't have black spots that run down the back and sides like the fox snake. Rattlesnakes have a rattle at the end of their tail. Fox snakes are the most commonly encountered species that I help safely cross roadways.#midwestmoment #naturephoto #wildernessculture #midwestwildernessconnections #naturephotographer #travel #travelphotographer #picoftheday📷 #naturelove #wanderlusting #hikingadventures #mytravelgram #adventures #explorepage #hike #trail #photographylover #wildlifeplanet #wildlifephotographer #animallovers #backyardwildlife #naturewalk #herpetology #photographers_prism #herping #snakes
