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This snake is known for its vibrant colors, which are red, yellow, and black bands. The bands can help you identify it, as they say, 'red and yellow, kill a fellow; red and black, venom lack'. This means that if thered and yellow bands touch, it's an eastern coral snake.  \nThese snakes have a unique habitat, living mostly in the southeastern United States. They can be found in Florida, Georgia, and other nearby areas. They like to live in forests, under leaves, and in burrows made by other animals. You might even find them hiding in your backyard, but they are pretty shy and good at hiding.  \nEastern coral snakes have a fascinating life cycle and eating habits. They lay eggs, which hatch into baby snakes after about 70 days. These little snakes love to munch on other reptiles, like lizards and even other snakes! Sometimes, they eat frogs and small mammals, too.  \nWhile they may look pretty, it's important to know that eastern coral snakes can be dangerous to humans and other animals. They have a powerful venom that can be harmful if they bite. However, they are usually not aggressive and will only bite if they feel threatened. It's best to admire their beauty from a distance and let them be.  \nFinally, here are some interesting facts and differences between eastern coral snakes and other species. Firstly, their venom is different from other venomous snakes in the US, as it's a neurotoxin which can affect the nervous system. Also, they are related to the cobra family, which makes them different from other North American snakes. These snakes may be small, but they are unique and play an important role in our ecosystem.  \nEastern Coral Snake  \nName:  \n\n| Solve each problem.\u003Cbr>Use the article to answer the question.\u003Cbr>1) What colors are the bands on an eastern coral snake?\u003Cbr>A. Red, yellow, and black B. Red, yellow, and brown\u003Cbr>C. Green, yellow, and black D. Red, blue, and black\u003Cbr>2) How can you identify an eastern coral snake?\u003Cbr>A. If they have a triangular head B. If yellow and black bands touch\u003Cbr>C. If red and yellow bands touch D. If red and black bands touch\u003Cbr>3) What types of habitats do eastern coral snakes prefer?\u003Cbr>A. Forests, under leaves, and burrows B. Deserts, rocks, and sand\u003Cbr>C. Mountains, cliffs, and caves D. Swamps, marshes, and water\u003Cbr>4) What family is the eastern coral snake related to?\u003Cbr>A. Viper family B. Cobra family\u003Cbr>C. Python family D. Colubrid family\u003Cbr>5) What is the main component of eastern coral snake venom?\u003Cbr>A. Myotoxin B. Hemotoxin C. Cytotoxin D. Neurotoxin\u003Cbr>6) Which states in the US can eastern coral snakes be found?\u003Cbr>A. New York and New Jersey B. Michigan and Ohio\u003Cbr>C. Florida and Georgia D. Texas and California\u003Cbr>7) What is the primary diet of eastern coral snakes?\u003Cbr>A. Fish B. Reptiles C. Insects D. Fruits and\u003Cbr>vegetables\u003Cbr>8) What is the incubation period for eastern coral snake eggs?\u003Cbr>A. About 70 days B. About 100 days\u003Cbr>C. About 30 days D. About 150 days\u003Cbr>9) What should you do if you encounter an eastern coral snake?\u003Cbr>A. Admire from a distance and let B. Throw rocks or sticks at it them be\u003Cbr>C. Kill it immediately D. Try to catch and handle it\u003Cbr>10) Are eastern coral snakes aggressive?\u003Cbr>A. Sometimes, depending on the B. No, they are usually not aggressive\u003Cbr>situation\u003Cbr>C. Only during mating season D. Yes, they are very aggressive |  |  |  |  | Answers\u003Cbr>1.  \u003Cbr>2.  \u003Cbr>3.  \u003Cbr>4.  \u003Cbr>5.  \u003Cbr>6.  \u003Cbr>7.  \u003Cbr>8.  \u003Cbr>9.  \u003Cbr>10.   |  |  |  |  |  |\n| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |\n| 1-10 | 90 | 80 | 70 | 60 | 50 | 40 | 30 | 20 | 10 | 0 |\n\nReading [www.CommonCoreSheets.com](www.CommonCoreSheets.com) Page 2 of 2  \nMeet the eastern coral snake, a colorful and fascinating reptile! This snake is known for its vibrant colors, which are red, yellow, and black bands. The bands can help you identify it, as they say, 'red and yellow, kill a fellow; red and black, v","cbCaivD1TIdKmYHo","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaivD1TIdKmYHo","pdf",172946,"English","# Questions\n## Band colors and identification\n## Habitat, diet, and life cycle\n## Venom and encounter guidance","[{\"question\":\"What colors identify an eastern coral snake’s bands?\",\"answer\":\"Its bands are red, yellow, and black. The text also uses a rhyme to distinguish it by which bands touch.\"},{\"question\":\"How do you identify an eastern coral snake using band contact?\",\"answer\":\"If the red and yellow bands touch, it indicates an eastern coral snake.\"},{\"question\":\"What is the incubation period for eastern coral snake eggs?\",\"answer\":\"The eggs hatch into baby snakes after about 70 days.\"}]","Eastern Coral Snake - Reading Worksheet Answer Key | PDF",1790775645,13]