I'm used to visitors in the greenhouse: butterflies, bees, red wasps, ants, spiders, lizards, and the occasional bird. I always assist them to leave unharmed. But I wasn't ready for this: a western coachwhip draped across the succulents. It was a lonnnng snake (4 - 5 ft.), but I knew it was't poisonous. After the initial shock, I didn't panic but ran to get the camera. I took a few photos, then got the broom and gently "uninvited" the interloper. These snakes are beneficial; nice to know they're around. I just didn't want to share my space with it all afternoon!
