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Plains Black-headed Snake in Arizona

Harmless

Tantilla nigriceps

Plains Black-headed Snake
Tantilla nigriceps

Yes. The Plains Black-headed Snake has been recorded in 5 Arizona counties. It is non-venomous (harmless). Tiny and slender, plain brown or tan, often with a darker head cap.

Arizona counties with Plains Black-headed Snake records

5 listed

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