Common Name and/or Species Name
Western Ribbonsnake (Thamnophis proximus)

Interesting information about the animal
This small, vibrant ribbonsnake was found on a rural road in southern Illinois, and photographed after being moved off the road. Southern Illinois has a huge diversity of snakes, and this is just one of the many gorgeous snakes found in the area.

Entrant's Name
Zeev Nitzan Ginsburg