https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-qjMdP_0ukk
Part 2 from South Florida. Snakes and more snakes. Plus a few other critters. Good times!! Lou B

https://www.worldatlas.com/animals/the-13-most-snake-infested-area-in-florida.html
Lake Okeechobee. Brown Water Snake (Nerodia taxispilota). Lake Okeechobee supports a vast and diverse ecosystem, including many snakes. Still, the most common on the lake are the Brown Water Snake, Banded Water Snake, Florida Green Water Snake, Water Moccasin, and the invasive Burmese Python.

https://www.tampabay.com/life-culture/2021/07/14/its-snake-season-in-florida-feel-free-not-to-hiss/
One, two, three times, the mockingbird — our official state bird! — swooped down and pecked at the snake's tail. "Oh, my goodness," I said to Karen, quite excited. "Look! That bird is

https://reptilehow.com/snakes-in-florida/
Common Kingsnake ( Lampropeltis getula) The common kingsnake is 36-48 inches long. This snake is highly variable, and some unusual-looking snakes used to be considered separate subspecies. Most are black to brown with narrow, light crossbands. Some specimens may be light brown to yellow with yellow crossbands.

https://birdwatchinghq.com/snakes-in-Florida/
Adults range in length from 15 to 36 inches. There are three subspecies of the Salt Marsh Snake, and coloration varies greatly. Individuals can be gray, olive, brown, tan, or rusty orange. They typically have four longitudinal stripes down the body, including two lighter stripes and two darker stripes.

https://www.wtsp.com/article/life/animals/florida-snakes-pythons/67-c0b9dc3f-4b3e-4c5d-a993-2c225e392691
Slithery and scaley, we're talking about snakes. Florida has plenty of them; 44 to be exact. All of Florida's species vary in size, color, and diet. Surprisingly, by Florida's standards

https://reptile.guide/florida-snakes/
Snakes inspire fear and fascination throughout the United States. They also form an important part of our natural and cultural landscape.. Florida, in particular, has a reputation for harboring giant, troublesome serpents.. There are 46 native Florida snake species, many of which are quite common. A few non-native snakes have also been introduced from other parts of the world.

https://outforia.com/snakes-in-florida/
4. Harlequin Coral snake. Also known by the simpler name "Coral Snake," the harlequin coral snake is a venomous snake in Florida that can be easily confused with the non-venomous king snake. Coral snakes have thin bodies with an alternating pattern of red and black bands, separated by thin yellow rings.

https://floridatrippers.com/snakes-in-florida/
There are 37 non-venomous snakes in Florida and they are all pretty harmless although any snake bite can hurt. These snakes come in all shapes and sizes and are found in all different kinds of habitats around the state. Chances are if you visit Florida you might have a snake encounter.

https://a-z-animals.com/blog/10-snakes-in-florida/
Here are 10 snakes found in Florida and some facts about them: 1. Eastern Mud Snake. Found in Florida's cypress swamps, the Eastern Mud Snake can grow to be about four feet long. ©Nathan A Shepard/Shutterstock.com. These snakes grow about four feet long and are shiny black above and red and black below, with red bars along the sides.

https://thepetenthusiast.com/snakes-in-florida/
52 Types of Snakes in Florida. The following snakes are either venomous or not. Some of them are native to Florida. 1. North American Racer. North American Racer. Scientific name: Coluber Constrictor. Common name: North American racer, Eastern racer. Venomous: No.

https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/UW260
Threats to snakes in residential areas include cats and dogs, lawnmowers, people who misunderstand and fear snakes, as well as automobiles. If you encounter a snake in your yard it is best that you enjoy it from a distance and leave it be to eat rodents, slugs, and insect pests in your yard. Despite myths, Florida's snakes are not aggressive

https://owlcation.com/stem/6-Most-Dangerous-Snakes-in-Florida
4. Dusky Pygmy Rattlesnake. The dusky pygmy rattlesnake, also sometimes called the pygmy rattler or ground rattler, is the most common venomous snake in Florida. It is another member of the pit viper subspecies. This small snake can be found all over Florida, apart from the Florida Keys.

https://vacation-in-florida.com/things-to-do-florida/wildlife/snakes-in-florida/
In case of venomous species, you should call the Florida Wild Animal Removal Service hotline (386 235-2175) and have the snake removed. Snakes like to hide in piles of leaves. Thus, you should never poke around there with your bare hands and use a long tool, instead. The same goes for stacks of wood in your garden.

https://hikersdaily.com/snakes-in-florida-safety-tips/
Here are some safety tips to keep in mind when encountering snakes in Florida: Stay calm: While it's natural to feel scared or startled when you see a snake, it's important to remain calm. Most snakes in Florida are non-venomous and pose no immediate threat to humans. Keep your distance: Maintain a safe distance from the snake.

https://wildlifeinformer.com/non-venomous-snakes-in-florida/
Scientific name: Lampropeltis elapsoides. Coloring: black, yellow, and red rings. Range: every Florida county. The scarlet king snake also called the scarlet milk snake, is a fairly small snake found in Florida. Adults can be found between 14 and 20 inches long, and have rings of yellow, black, and red.

https://floridawildlifetrappers.com/snakes/identifying/
1. Physical Traits: Non-venomous snakes often have long, thin bodies with oval or 'rounded' heads. Take for instance the Black Racer, an agile, fast-moving, and highly visible snake. 2. Behavioural Traits: Non-venomous snakes are typically less aggressive and tend to flee rather than confront when encountered.

https://www.snaketracks.com/snakes-in-florida/
Other Names: Canebrake, canebrake rattlesnake, timber rattler, velvet-tailed rattler. Adult Size: 36-60 inches (76-152 centimeters) Lifespan: 10-20 years. Average Price Range: $150. Florida's timber rattlesnakes are limited, only living in 12 counties in the northern portion of the state.

https://wildlifeinformer.com/water-snakes-in-florida/
Scientific name: Regina alleni. Adult length: 14-20 inches. Venomous: No. The striped swampsnake, aka striped crayfish snake, is a small, dull brown snake with three broad dark stripes. These snakes are rarely spotted out of the water. The record length is 27.8 inches, with most adults measuring less than 20 inches.

https://www.wideopenspaces.com/florida-snakes/
There are more non-venomous snakes than the deadly variety in Florida, so odds are if you encounter a snake, it's not likely to be dangerous. These are the snakes that you might not want to see but don't need to worry about taking your life.. Southern Black Racer: Although non-venomous, these fast snakes will typically strike when handled.; Eastern Coachwhip: One of the largest snakes in North

https://myfwc.com/media/26730/snake-brochure.pdf
One of Florida's most familiar snakes is the southern black racer, often called a blacksnake. Aptly named for its coloration and speed, the black racer is common in a wide variety of habitats. The adult racer is a slender, satiny snake. It is solid black or slate-gray with a white or gray chin or throat.

https://wildlifeinformer.com/green-snakes-in-florida/
This list looks at nine different species of green-colored snakes found in Florida. They are the rough green snake, eastern garter snake, Mississippi green water snake, Southern ribbon snake, plain-bellied water snake, Florida green water snake, eastern hognose snake, queen snake and the eastern ribbon snake. 1. Rough green snake.

https://www.local10.com/weather/2024/06/29/heat-advisory-in-effect-through-saturday-afternoon-in-south-florida/
Saturday is the second day there is a heat advisory this week with high temperatures in the low 90s, but factor in the very high humidity, and it will feel like 105 to 109 degrees in South Florida.

https://www.naplesnews.com/story/weather/hurricanes/2024/06/28/tropical-storm-beryl-timing-florida-impact/74244017007/
The second named storm of the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season formed Friday night, less than a week before the Fourth of July holiday. Less than 24 hours after developing as a tropical storm, Beryl

https://www.clickorlando.com/weather/2024/06/28/storm-chances-boom-as-florida-sizzles-heres-how-hot-it-will-feel/
ORLANDO, Fla. - Scattered to numerous afternoon and evening storms will be possible over the next several days across Central Florida, with coverage at 50-70% from 2 p.m. through sundown. On

https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/elections/2024/06/27/democratic-party-react-biden-debate-performance/74240984007/
David Axelrod, a former adviser to President Barack Obama, said there was a "sense of shock" with how poorly Biden started the debate. "He seemed a little disoriented. He did get stronger as the

https://www.reuters.com/world/americas/trump-vs-biden-live-what-time-is-us-presidential-debate-2024-06-27/
Fact checks, analysis and takeaways from President Joe Biden's televised debate with Donald Trump in Atlanta.

https://www.news-journalonline.com/story/news/local/2024/06/28/florida-heat-poll-most-popular-air-conditioner-thermostat-setting/74215528007/
Then there were 182 of you (14%) who went a little cooler, with 74, and 175 said 75 degrees; 11% said 76, and 10% said 72. Overall, 51% of our Florida respondents like it 75 degrees or higher

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It's a surprising finding about some of Florida's largest insurers. Fact-checking Biden and Trump in their first 2024 presidential debate It was a highly anticipated rematch between the