Corn snakes are common on the Savannah River Site. This species is generally associated with woodland habitats, including pine and hardwood areas. The usual adult length is 3 to 4 feet.
Corn snakes feed on small mammals and birds.
Like other rat snakes, corn snakes are constrictors that can easily subdue mice and small rats. They are excellent climbers and are able to crawl up walls or tree trunks. Back to top Rat Snake Elaphe obsoleta Rat snakes feed on birds and their eggs as well as rodents, such as rats, mice and squirrels. Like corn snakes, they are very good climbers. Back to top Rat snakes are common on the Savannah River Site.