Eastern Indigo Snake

Drymarchon couperi

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Reptilia · Colubridae

About

The eastern indigo snake is a species of large, non-venomous snake in the subfamily Colubrinae of the family Colubridae. Native to the southeastern United States, it is the longest native snake species in the country.

Fun Fact

The eastern indigo snake is immune to the venom of rattlesnakes and actively preys on them — it pins them down and swallows them alive, head first.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Occurred on sandhills, in association with gopher tortoise (Gopherus polyphemus) burrows.

Diet

Eat any other small animal it can overpower.

Lifespan

4 years

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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