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DeKay's Brown Snake
Storeria dekayi
Description
Terrestrial; body grayish brown to chestnut; Lighter strip on back, bordered by four lines of dots; belly white to pinkish tan with small dots
Stats
Size
10 - 15 inches
Status
Abundant
Similar Species
Kirtland's snake, Garter snakes
Diet
Slugs, earthworms
Habitat
Open, grassy areas
Reproduction
Live bearing - 7 to 15 babies are born in June/September
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