Farancia erytrogramma (also known commonly as the rainbow snake, and less frequently as the eel moccasin) is a species of large, nonvenomous, highly amphibious colubrid snake, endemic to the coastal plains of the southeastern United States.

The Rainbow Snake is a brightly colored, non-venomous species of snake. It lives in the southern United States. Its closest relative, the mud snake, also lives in the southern United States. Researchers place both species in the taxonomic genus Farancia. Read on to learn about the Rainbow Snake.

Description: The rainbow snake is a large (up to 66 in – 168 cm), non-venomous, highly-aquatic snake that is seldom seen because of its secretive habits. Rainbow snakes are among the most beautiful snakes in the United States .

Farancia erytrogramma (also known commonly as the rainbow snake, and less frequently as the eel moccasin) is a species of large, nonvenomous, highly aquatic, colubrid snake, which is endemic to coastal plains of the southeastern United States. Two subspecies are recognized as being valid, one of which has been declared extinct.

Biology: Common Rainbow Snakes are generally considered highly aquatic, but Richmond (1945a) found numerous adults and juveniles buried in sandy soil in flood-plain farm fields in New Kent County. They can also be found in freshwater creeks, rivers, ditches, and marshes and in brackish water marshes, rivers, and ditches.

2024年10月14日 · The rainbow snake (Farancia erytrogramma) — sometimes called an eel moccasin or red-lined snake — is a nonvenomous snake. It has vibrant coloration and a specialized diet. Humans rarely see rainbow snakes (despite their striking appearance) because they spend much of their lives hidden in aquatic habitats.

2024年4月25日 · Rainbow snakes belong to the colubrid family and are among the most beautiful and rarest snakes in the United States. Their iridescent scales and colorful appearance earns them their name. Also known as eel moccasin, the snake has a few more common names, including the horned snake, red-lined or red-sided snake, sand snake, sand hog, and ...

2024年5月9日 · Rainbow snakes are a semi-aquatic species which typically appear in scenic creeks with shady overhanging branches, clear flowing streams and freshwater marshes. They avoid coastal areas, but like sheltered inland water bodies where they easily vanish from herons, hawks and indeed humans.

2020年10月29日 · The rainbow snake (Farancia erytrogramma) – also known as the eel moccasin – is a large, non-venomous snake that is endemic to the United States of America. This colubrid snake is highly aquatic, spending most of its life hidden amongst aquatic vegetation and debris.

2024年10月10日 · The rainbow snake, an elusive and vibrant reptile, captivates with its striking appearance and intriguing behaviors. Despite its beauty, this species remains relatively unknown to many, making it a fascinating subject for study. Understanding the rainbow snake offers insights into biodiversity and ecosystem health.