Black Racer Snakes

Identification

• Large (5+ feet)

• Slender, solid black color, may have a white chin

• May be confused for other large, black snakes

• Most quickly flee from a threat

• Juveniles look very different from adults, they are grayish colored with darker blotches

Environment

• Found in nearly any habitat, but are more abundant near forest edges, old fields, or wetland edges

• Found throughout the eastern US

Threats

• Peace of mind

• May bite if handled (non-venomous)

Treatment

• Keep food sources away from the home

• Preventative treatment with a product that snakes find repellent