What is another word for bull snake?
Pronunciation: [bˈʊl snˈe͡ɪk] (IPA) 
Bull snake, also known as the gopher snake or pine snake, is a non-venomous reptile native to North America. Its scientific name is Pituophis melanoleucus, and it belongs to the family Colubridae. There are several synonyms used to refer to the bull snake within the scientific community, including the eastern bull snake, western bull snake, yellow pine snake, black bull snake, and Sonoran bull snake. These names are used to reflect the snake's location, coloration, or specific subspecies. Despite being called a bull snake, these reptiles are actually excellent rodent hunters and important members of their ecosystems.
