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Mexican Black-headed Snake in Texas

Harmless

Tantilla atriceps

Mexican Black-headed Snake
Tantilla atriceps

Yes. The Mexican Black-headed Snake has been recorded in 10 Texas counties. It is non-venomous (harmless). Tiny and slender, plain brown or tan, often with a darker head cap.

Texas counties with Mexican Black-headed Snake records

10 listed

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