Pantherophis obsoletus was created in 1823.
The Latin language binomial designation for the black snake is Pantherophis obsoletus.
Wheeleria obsoletus was created in 1841.
Pantherophis vulpina was created in 1853.
That depends. The term black snake can apply to many different species of snake. The black rat snake, Pantherophis obsoletus, sometimes called the black snake, is indeed a rat snake.
Pantherophis guttatus
The snake you're describing is likely the Texas rat snake, also known as the Eastern rat snake (Pantherophis obsoletus). These snakes can exhibit various color patterns, including black bodies with a distinct darker or lighter-colored collar around the neck. They are non-venomous and are commonly found in Texas, often inhabiting forests, fields, and urban areas. Texas rat snakes are beneficial as they help control rodent populations.
The corn snake (Pantherophis guttatus) has the same scientific name as its common name.
Elaphe guttata - is the original Latin name for a Corn snake. It has recently been renamed as Pantherophis guttatus guttatus
Elaphe guttata guttataHerpetologists may also refer to the Corn Snake under the Latin name of Pantherophis Guttatus Guttatus, as there has recently been a discussion about the re-classification of the Corn Snake's Scientific name.
There is only one species of Corn snake. It is a member of the Rat snake family. The Corn snake's original Latin name used to be Elaphe guttata guttata, but has now been changed to Pantherophis guttatus guttatus.
Corn snakes belong to the Phylum Chordata, Sub-Phylum Vertebrata, Class Reptilia, Order Squamata. If you would like me to go further I would. There is a sub-order of Serpentines, then Family Colubridae, Genus Elaphe, and finally, Species E. Guttata. [the E. for elaphe. it is binomial nomenclature, when giving the species or scientific name of an animal, usually the genus is given along with the species, and sometimes the genus is abbreviated.]
The eastern garter snake (Thamnophis sirtalis) can exhibit an orange or reddish hue, especially in certain subspecies or individuals. Additionally, some morphs of the corn snake (Pantherophis guttatus) also display vibrant orange coloration. These snakes are often found in various habitats, including forests, fields, and near water sources.