frequently asked q u e s t i o n s critter f i e l d   g u i d e what is it? g u e s s   g a m e ask jim y o u r   q u e s t i o n s critter care i n s t r u c t i o n s links f o r   m o r e   i n f o Critterguy / Critter Field Guide / Snakes / queen snake Critter Field Guide: Snakes of Michigan queen snake Regina septemvittata queen snake Description A slender gray or brown snake with a whitish or yellow stripe on each side of the body. Three narrow black stripes may be visible on the back. The light-colored belly has four dark lengthwise stripes. Adult Length: 15 to 36 inches. Habitat and Habits Queen snakes occur in or near shallow streams, canals, or ponds, and often bask in shrubs hanging over the water. They feed mostly on crayfish. Reproduction From 6 to 20 young are born alive in late summer. Range and Status Found in the southern two-thirds of the Lower Peninsula. Queen snakes are generally rare and local in Michigan. Acknowledgement James Harding MSU Museum Michigan State University East Lansing, MI 48824 (517) 353-7978 hardingj@msu.edu © Copyright 2004. All Rights Reserved.