FIG. 5. MILK SNAKE; WITH EGGS

theory, and proof of the actual deed from reputable
is wanting. In captivity this serpent is wholly indif
milk, but will eat mice, young birds and small snakes of
its own species. It is a constrictor and closely relat
King Snake of the southern states. The Milk Snake
rous, laying eggs to the number of two dozen or more.
Range: The central and eastern United States; Can
Local distribution: General: frequents woods.

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