IS IT A RATTLESNAKE OR A GOPHER SNAKE?: Learn how to distinguish between these two fascinating reptiles in this fun and informative video by Education Specialist Josh. Where have you encountered these amazing snakes? Let us know in the comments! #lindsaywildlife #wildlifeedcuation #rattlesnake #gophersnake #snake #reptile | Lindsay Wildlife Experience

GOPHER SNAKES VS. RATTLESNAKES: It’s getting warmer outside which means many animals, including snakes, will become much more active. Snakes are so beneficial to our environment and it’s important to treat them with respect. They “pay rent” by consuming lots of rodents; even their presence may keep pests away. We have two snakes in our area that may look very similar at first glance. The Pacific gopher snake and the western rattlesnake are both brown and have diamond shaped patterns going down t