Little Gray

[John1982]

This is the third oak snake I've come across in the yard today. He was looking on the slender side so I helped him score a couple meals before releasing. Holding him within striking range of a tree frog was all that was needed. Little squirt would get so excited that after a miss he'd immediately go after a finger - he even tagged himself a couple times. We got 2 lumps in him then back from whence he came.

I realize some folks aren't into live feedings but since I was merely giving this guy a little boost that's what he got. He was an eager enough feeder, I just helped him get there a few times. None of the tree frogs were restrained, the ones that jumped away - often peeing on the snake's face in the process - live to leap another day. It took roughly 12 attempts for this snake to snag the 2 that were actually eaten.

Those who aren't interested in seeing a live frog getting swallowed, now is the time to leave. Sorry for the crummy quality, it was getting late in the day and my phone is bad.


*****Live Feeding Warning*****
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[Mr Oni]

Very cool hooking up that little guys. Awesome pics too!

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[John1982]

I have a few bluebird houses that are nested in several times a year. This one had 3 fledglings that were due to fly out any moment. It's the first time I've had a rat snake get into one of these houses but I can't say I'm too surprised on this one - the tree behind it is due for a trim.

[sho220]

Those are cool pics. I'm sure the little dude appreciated the hookup.

Your avatar pic makes me miss Florida...

[John1982]

This smarty pants was hanging out around a bird bath.