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Western Ribbon Snake in Iowa

Harmless

Thamnophis proximus

Western Ribbon Snake
Thamnophis proximus

Yes. The Western Ribbon Snake has been recorded in 14 Iowa counties. It is non-venomous (harmless). Slender body with three light stripes running the length of a darker back.

Iowa counties with Western Ribbon Snake records

14 listed

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