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by herpitoligist on July 23, 2005
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I have been looking for snakes in Maryland but all I ever end up with is garter snakes. Does any one have any tips on how to catch rare snakes?
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by Cro on July 23, 2005
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Kevin: The best way to find better snakes in Maryland is to get out into the countryside if you can. Look for dirt roads that go back into the woods where folks often dump garbidge. Often there are pieces of tin, and old boards, and shingles that snakes might hide under.
Also, even in populated areas, there are probably better snakes than garter snakes, you just need to find where they hang out. If there are any old workshops, or barns, or sheds, those can be good places for rat snakes and king snakes. Look for stuff people pile up like old boards, and roadside signs that have been taken down and are laying on the ground.
Also, if there are any creeks or rivers near you, those areas are often good.
One of the best things you could do would be to become a member of a local herpetological society. Maybee call your zoo or natural history museum and ask if they know of any near by. Then start attending the meetings and meeting folks who know where the snakes are. They might even have field trips to collect that you can go on. I think there is an Eastern Seaboard Herpetilogical League in your area. Go to Google, and search Maryland Herp Society and ESHL and see if they meet near you.
Best Regards JohnZ
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by Dadee on July 24, 2005
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Kevin,
First let me say, it is illegal to house venomous in MD, other than our typical copperheads (as long as you don't live in a precint that outlaws them).
Now, onto your hunting abilities. Copperheads are EXTREMELY prevalent around MD...even in the cities. Any park in the State will produce these vipers. We also have in some local watersheds (unbeknownst to most), what was thought to be a dying breed...Timbers. I'll point out also re: this species, to capture one is also illegal.
Best idea...go south, Virginia produces many vens and none are illegal.
Cheers,
Matt
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Anonymous post on July 24, 2005
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Well Kevin, if you are used to catching gaboons in Africa, then whats the problem with finding snakes in Maryland?? After surviving that gaboon bite, I hope you are doing fine. Go to articles, and find the gaboons in captivity article. There everyone will find Kevin's valuable input and experience with gaboons.
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