Racer Snakes: The black racer, light racer and young racer are all common snakes of North Carolina, snakes that grow to around 70 inches in length and look a little like the black rat snake. Living in meadows, rocky hillsides and brushy areas, the it eats lizards, frogs, mice, eggs and insects, often bringing it closer to homes and outbuildings, much like the rat snake. read more
A good place to spot snakes in the spring is near compost heaps. The best time of day is very early in the morning and shortly after dusk. Since snakes are typically active then. Depending on the species the exact type of hiding area will vary. Aboreal snakes won't hide in the same way a terrestrial snake will and a sea krait won't be found on land. read more