The western coachwhip gets its name from its long, tapering body that resembles a whip, and its scales often display a striking gradient of color, from pinkish or tan near the head to dark brown ...

Additionally, in Arizona, species like the gopher snake, coachwhip and common kingsnake are known to take a dip, especially near rivers, lakes or backyard pools.

A coachwhip snake found inside a toilet July 16 in a home in Tucson, Ariz. Nikolaus Kemme, Rattlesnake Solutions via Associated Press ...

Snake wrangler Bruce Ireland advises hikers and dog owners to be aware of snakes on trails and in yards during hot weather.

Arizona is known for our snakes, but do they swim in lakes? Unfortunately, yes. These are the four most snake-infested lakes in the state.

Additionally, in Arizona, species like the gopher snake, coachwhip and common kingsnake are known to take a dip, especially near rivers, lakes or backyard pools.