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Endemic to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, the Regal Ringneck snake can be found prowling in desert and mountainous regions, hunting other snakes. True to suit, like most other brightly colored animals, the regal ringneck snake is venomous. In fact, its the most venomous ringneck snake in North America. .................................................................................................................................................................. #science #biology #animals #nature #education

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