A very common but seldom-seen snake found in our region is the ring-necked snake (Diadophis punctatus). This small, shy snake is mostly active during the night, and prefers to hide under rocks, logs, ...
Iowa has 28 species of snakes, five of which are venomous. Snakes form a key part of the ecosystems they inhabit, helping to keep populations of mice, squirrels, other small animals and even insects ...