What I was hoping to find. Under a large log
Humboldt County
Western Yellow-Bellied Racer, subspecies. Found in my garage, October 5, 2021. Released alive in my yard. About 30 inches long. Brown on top, yellow on bottom. 8 labial scales on upper lip. I have seen other snakes in this area, but not this species.
Found under cover on private property. ID assistance provided by Gerry Salmon
I believe this is the same individual I spotted last summer, but he's still hanging around my neighborhood pond