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Identification: The Northern Ringneck Snake is shiny and uniformly dark blue to black in color with a slim band of orange or yellow scales that form a ring around its neck. The head is usually black or slate gray. Its underside is bright yellow to orange. This snake averages 12 to 15 inches in length. Similar species include: Southeastern Crowned Snake Distribution and Status: Within Indiana, the Northern Ringneck Snake can be found in southern areas and in a few northern areas of the state. The species is considered uncommon within the state. Ecology: Its preferred habitat consists of rocky ledges near rivers in shady or heavily wooded damp areas. While this snake is very secretive, it does not burrow. Rather, they hide under rocks, fallen bark or forest litter. It has been encountered in basements and greenhouses. When threatened this snake may release a pungent fluid, but they do not usually attempt to bite. The diet of ringneck snakes consists mostly of insect larvae, salamanders, earthworms and frogs.

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Q: Is a black snake with one yellow line behind its head poisonous?
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