Bull Snake basic information

Bull Snakes are quite large, some have been reported as reaching as much as nine feet in length. Most Bull Snakes average around five feet. Common colors for the Bull Snake include yellowish-brown, cream and brown. They usually have black and/or brown markings and a light brown belly. There is also an alibino variety which is yellow and red. The albindo will always have red eyes. A large nose shield characterizes the snake's smallish head, which is useful in burrowing. While not venomous, the Bull Snake does have teeth and will bite if provoked. Each snake will have a unique pattern on their heads, making it easy to distinguish one snake from another.

The Bull Snake is preyed upon by birds of prey such as hawks and eagles. They use defense mechanisms, such as rattling their tail in dry leaves and hissing, to mimic a rattlesnake and ward off predators.