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Florida Crowned Snake
Tantilla relicta
The Florida Crowned Snake's peak months vary by region.
Shows up in 0 ecoregions and 1 state
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Snakes
Florida Crowned Snake
Tantilla relicta
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Description
The Florida crowned snake (Tantilla relicta) is a species of snake in the subfamily Colubrinae of the family Colubridae. Adults are usually 7–9 inches (17–22 cm) in total length (tail included).Wikipedia ↗
Habitat
The Florida crowned snake is commonly found in north and central Florida, and in sandy habitat areas of the Gulf coast. The species is native to peninsular Florida and extreme southern Georgia.Wikipedia ↗
When it's active
The Florida crowned snake is most active in the warmest months of the year. The snake has been observed eating beetle larvae.Wikipedia ↗

When and where it's active
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When is the Florida Crowned Snake most active?
The Florida Crowned Snake's peak months vary by region.
Where does the Florida Crowned Snake live?
It has enough records to show in 0 ecoregions and 1 states, including Florida.