Oct 22, 2024
A Southern hognose snake (Heterodon simus) in the Southeast United States
by Ian Deery
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A Southern hognose snake (Heterodon simus) in the Southeast United States
by Ian Deery
Southern hognose (Heterodon simus)
Photo by Ian Deery
Southern Hognose Hatchling Heterodon simus Source: Here
Southern Hognose Snake Heterodon simus Source: Here
Southern Hognose Snake Heterodon simus Source: Here
Southern hognose snake (Heterodon simus)
The southern hog-nosed snake is a harmless snake species endemic to the southeastern United States. Adults are 35.5-61 cm in total length. They are quite stout with a wide neck and a sharply upturned snout. It occurs in dry and open sandy areas, dry river floodplains, fields, and wire grass flatwoods. The southern hog-nosed snake preys upon toads, frogs, spadefoots, and lizards. This species is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN!
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Sean's adorable little Southern Hognose right before he SHIT EVERYWHERE
Southern Hognose Snake (Heterodon simus) by Pierson Hill on Flickr.