Kingsnakes for Sale. They can grow up to six feet in length and are the second largest snake species in Ontario. Blue racer snakes, commonly known as eastern racers are subspecies of Coluber constrictor â a nonvenomous species of colubrid snakes. 1998. The blue racer, a non-venomous snake, is the second longest snake species in Ontario, growing up to two metres in length. They are found in large parts of North America. The blue racer snake is a fast, attractive non-venomous reptile. 2. Thesis. The blue racer has been on Ontario's Endangered Species List since 1971. Porchuk, B.D. 1998. Consequently, habitat determined to be critical to the snake's persistence is protected (from destruction or significant alteration) under Ontario's Endangered Species Act (ESA). 1996. 2. Porchuk, B.D. The blue racer snake ranges in length between 36-60 inches and appears in a metallic gray color that gets hints of green on their body. Ball Pythons for Sale. 1996. The blue racer is named for its metallic blue-grey scales and its incredible speed â itâs capable of slithering up to seven kilometres per hour, making it one of the fastest snakes in Ontario. Because snakes are so shy and well-camouflaged, theyâre hard to spot. Report prepared for the Recovery of Nationally Endangered Wildlife (RENEW) committee. Click the snake pictures below to be taken to the corresponding list of reptiles available for purchase. M.Sc. The snake species becomes one of the largest snake species in Ontario. As its name suggests, the Blue Racer is a very fast snake and can move at a speed of almost 7 kph. The oriental whip snake is a mildly venomous snake and consists of enlarged teeth located in the upper-end jaw to deliver venom. 17 different types of snakes call Ontario home Blue Racer Snake. University of Guelph, Guelph, Ontario. Canadian Blue Racer snake recovery plan. 55 pp. If you buy a snake from us, you can be sure it's guaranteed to arrive alive and in great condition. These snakes are not picky eaters and will readily eat mice, locusts, lizards and frogs in captivity. Porchuk, B.D. Boas for Sale. Ecology and conservation of the endangered blue racer snake (Coluber constrictor foxii) on Pelee Island, Canada. The Blue Racer eats insects, frogs, other snakes, small rodents and birds. Thesis. Porchuk, B.D. The blue racer is considered "Endangeredâ by the COSEWIC, being listed as endangered in Canada and listed as special concern species in the state of Wisconsin in the US. Threats You can find snakes near forest edges, streams and rivers, in woodlands, on rocky hillsides, and in farmlands â but how many snakes have you seen in your travels? 1. Ecology and conservation of the endangered blue racer snake (Coluber constrictor foxii) on Pelee Island, Canada. The last record of the blue racer on mainland Canada was in Ontario in 1983, on Pelee Island, the species is restricted to the eastern parts of the island. Blue Racers may hibernate communally in large groups. Its underside is a lighter blue-green or whitish blue, and its eyes are surrounded by a dark âmask.â Blues grow to 36 to 60 inches in size and are easily identified by their metallic gray-green scales. It is named for its ability to reach speeds of up to seven kilometres per hour, and its grayish blue or blue-green colour. As their name suggests, they can move very fast, at a ⦠Oriental Whip Snake. University of Guelph, Guelph, Ontario. The largest blue racer snake recorded to date skied a size of 152 cm. M.Sc. Canadian Blue Racer snake recovery plan. Individuals of this species reach maturity in two to three years and can live for more than 20 years. 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