What behavior drives the shift in location for rat snakes as autumn approaches?
Answer
The drive to find suitable hibernacula like deep rock fissures or abandoned wells
As autumn nears, the snakes shift their focus toward locating safe places to overwinter, which can include rock fissures or protected crawlspaces.
#Videos
Meet the Texas Rat Snake with Ranger Eric - YouTube
Related Questions
What is the scientific name listed for the primary Texas Rat Snake species?What two primary elements must an environment offer for rat snakes to thrive across Texas?What is a specific hunting target that the Texas Rat Snake seeks when climbing trees?What features characterize the East Texas Woodlands environment that support rat snakes?In developed suburban areas, what types of structures do rat snakes commonly utilize for cover?Where is the distribution of rat snakes generally concentrated in the arid western and Trans-Pecos regions?What behavior drives the shift in location for rat snakes as autumn approaches?What specific agricultural feature can lead to a much higher local density of rat snakes?What general region of Texas do rat snakes cover extensively, extending well into central and northern areas?What does the presence of rat snakes often indicate about the local environment?