Meaning of the word "black rat snake" in English

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black rat snake

US /blæk ræt sneɪk/
UK /blæk ræt sneɪk/
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Noun

1.

a large, non-venomous snake (Pantherophis obsoletus) native to central and eastern North America, known for its black scales and ability to climb trees

Example:
We saw a large black rat snake slithering through the tall grass.
The black rat snake is an excellent climber and often found in trees.
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