All you need to know about this non-venomous, fast-moving snake
Here are some interesting facts that you will find on the Indian rat snake.
- How to identify an Indian rat snake?
- Where is the Indian rat snake found?
- How big is the Indian rat snake?
- What does the Indian rat snake eat?
- Is the Indian rat snake venomous or poisonous?
- Is it good to have the Indian rat snake around?
- Is the Indian rat snake territorial?
- Does the Indian rat snake lay eggs?
About the contributors
Nisarg Prakash
is a wildlife biologist working with Roundglass Sustain. A large part of my work before Sustain has been along streams and rivers, in the process trying to understand otters better
Diviya Mehra
is a graphic designer. She was the former art director of National Geographic Traveller. Her love for animals, travel and design has shaped her career through the years.
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