Kenneth L. Krysko photo.
Pinewoods Snake, Rhadinea flavilata
The pinewoods snake is found in the open spaces in Fort Matanzas National Monument's live oak hammock and slash pine and red bay woodlands. Because they are small (10-15 inches / 25.4-40 cm) and hide under logs and loose bark, most people have never encountered a pinewoods snake. It is a docile and inoffensive species. Though totally harmless to man, it has enlarged teeth in the back of its upper jaw and saliva that is toxic to its prey, lizards and small frogs.
