1776

Venters, Vic

Sightings of the eastern coral snake in North Carolina have become increasingly rare since 1960. The reasons for the snake's decline are unclear, but indications are that it might disappear altogether from the state.

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 58 Issue 8, Aug 1994, p28, il Periodical Website

Micrurus; Snakes

8318

Snelson, Franklin F.; Palmer, William M.

This poisonous snake is identified by shiny rings of red, yellow, and black, completely encircling its body, a black snout, and the contact of red and yellow rings. Its habitat in the state is in the southeastern Coastal Plain. It is an elusive snake, and very little is known of its breeding habits or its young. Small snakes and lizards make up the main part of its diet.

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 32 Issue 4, Apr 1968, p11, il Periodical Website

Micrurus; Poisonous snakes; Coral snakes