Description ⁴

NOT venomous. Small head slightly wider than neck, keeled scales, large eyes with round pupils. Body is shades of olive brown and dark brown, with broad tan stripes down the sides. Typically 18 to 28 inches (46 to 71cm) in length. (J. R. Dixon and J. E. Werler, Texas Snakes: A Field Guide, University of Texas Press, 2000.)

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