They are nocturnal and remain under the cover of logs and other debris during the day. As many as 25 hatchlings measuring 11-15 inches appear. In North America, Elaphe emoryi is found from New Jersey to Colorado and from Nebraska to central Mexico. In Texas, it is found in the western three-fourths of the state. Elaphe emoryi in green Elaphe guttata in blue This project funded by the University of Texas College of Natural Sciences and the Texas Memorial Museum .
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