Red Car Canyon: San Bernardino Ring-Necked Snake *updated with photos

Photo: Todd H., April 11, 2011. A Corralitas neighbor of Red Car Canyon found this little snake under a piece of cardboard that blew into his yard. (Click on photos to enlarge.)

San Bernardino Ring-Necked Snakes (Diadophis punctatus modestus) seem to like Red Car Canyon. It's ideal habitat for snakes that prefer moist habitats, preying on worms, slugs, and small reptiles, particularly Slender