Lined Snake

Tropidoclonion lineatum

During the day this species hides under rocks or debris; it emerges at night to hunt for earthworms. Because of its preference for earthworms, it is sometimes common in places like city parks and cemeteries, as long as there are plenty of places to hide at night. Like its relatives the garter and water snakes, the Lined Snake often voids excrement and other secretions when first handled; it usually does not bite.

Look For : A garter snake look-alike with 3 distinct stripes. Two rows of black half-moons down middle of belly.

Length : 7 1/2-21".

Habitat : Woodland edges, prairie hillsides, vacant lots, trash heaps.

Range : Scattered in central U.S.