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DESCRIPTION: An autumn snake,
it blends in the the leaves.
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The Corn Snake: A case for conservation
As populations grow and residential areas continue to expand all over the United States, one of the things frequently overlooked is how the expansion is going to affect the animals that also call that area home. Such is the case with the state of Florida, and its population of corn snakes.
The corn snake is one of the most common species in Florida, but it has recently been placed on Florida’s list of “Species of Special Concern.” The reason for the concern is that the corn snake is losing the bulk of their habitat due to residential and commercial expansion. Their natural habitat is often destroyed to make room for future human inhabitants. Unfortunately, the natural inhabitants – corn snakes and other animal species – are being left without a home.
Another contributing factor to the corn snake being on Florida’s list of “Species of Special Concern” is that they are often frequently mistaken for copperhead rattlesnakes. The copperhead rattlesnake is a venomous species of snake found in the same region of the United States and in much the same habitats as the corn snake. When a person is not educated as to the subtle nuances of the two species, a case of mistaken identity often results – much to the disadvantage of the corn snake.
Unless people take the time to educate themselves as to the unique characteristics of the snakes in their region, and unless they consider the variety of animal species in their area that will be affected as a result of residential expansion, populations of corn snakes and other non-venomous snakes often mistaken for venomous breeds, will continue to dwindle. They may dwindle so much so that they will eventually die out. If we’re not careful, we may be seeing the beginning of the end for this peaceful snake.
Running a wildlife removal business in the state of Florida gives me the chance to see all kinds of interesting snakes! Florida has about 45 species of snake, and I've seen 29 of them so far. I've always got my eye out for new species, and
I love spotting rare snakes in Florida. I also have a thing for venomous snakes - they're not too common in FL, so I always enjoy the chance to see a poisonous serpent. I really like snakes, and I've never hurt or killed one. They're an
important part of the ecosystem, and often persecuted. Still, if you don't want snakes in your house or on your property, and judging from the number of phone calls I receive regarding snake problems, you don't, then give me or a local snake
expert in your area a call, and we can remove the snakes from your property for you. I use many snake control methods - from snake traps, to snake repellents, to habitat modification, but most of all, good old-fashioned capture and removal.
If you want to learn more, please read my How To Get Rid of Snakes page.
AAAnimal Control is a privately owned wildlife removal and pest control business, located in Orlando Florida. I deal strictly with wild animals including snakes inside houses. I am not an extermination company, but a critter removal
and control specialist. The above photos are some of the many that I've taken in the field over my years of work. Please email me if
you have any questions about the above photographs, or any questions about
wildlife problems or Florida snake removal issues.
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