Our "other" neighbor.



Just so you don't get the wrong first impression, I just love this guy. He's completely harmless unless you count the sudden surprise shock you get when you first see him,( he is quite large) and at first your heart beats fast. But actually he is not poisonous or aggressive and we seldom see him. We've only seen him three times in five years. Two of the times were this year probably due to the prolonged cold weather we had. I took this picture on a chilly day, he was sun bathing on the south side of the house where I go to get water from the hose. 


He's about four foot long and is a common black snake. 
I really hesitated posting this article about him because I didn't want to frighten any potential guests if they come visit us, "no we don't live in a jungle."



Here is the reason below that I decided to post his photo. I was outside tonight with my friend Patti and we found his awesome "skin".  Anyone that knows me knows I'm fascinated with natural science especially plants and animals. This find is at the TOP of my list.  A whole snake skin is not a common find especially when you know the snake it came from, it's like coming across clothes that were thrown away by your favorite rock star, LOL.


Below is a perfectly intact head skin an EXTREMELY nice example!! 
Yes, I carefully picked it up and brought it inside to preserve, so if you visit I can show you.


Well, there you have it, my exciting life at 131 W Piedmont ave. 
My life here is never dull ! 

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