The , peaking in May . Triggered by rising temperatures, these non-venomous constrictors emerge from winter brumation to find mates.
Rat snakes ( Pantherophis and Ptyas genera) rely on precise environmental cues to kickstart reproduction. rat snake mating season
Zephyr was a seasoned veteran, having survived multiple winters and mating seasons. He knew the rituals that came with this time of year, and his body was primed to participate. As he slithered through the underbrush, he caught the scent of a receptive female. The , peaking in May