Gopher Snake
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Pacific gopher snake also known as Coast gopher snake, western gopher snake, Pituophis catenifer, a colubrid species in front of white background

Gopher snakes can measure between three and eight feet.

The gopher snake is commonly misidentified as a Rattlesnake because of its markings and defensive behavior. It may hiss loudly, flatten its head, vibrate the tail, and strike when annoyed.