In December of 1978, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed hazardous waste management standards that included reduced requirements for several types of large volume wastes.
Sometimes they have a black or olive-brown base color. Some have a lighter tan base color. As with most snakes, the belly is a lighter color, usually a yellowish cream color. Some specimens have lighter-colored bands running the length of their bodies. Refer to the king cobra pictures above.
The black snake with a yellow belly is called a Southern Ring-necked Snake, or just Ring-necked Snake.. These snakes have a black, or dark grey back, with smooth scales and a yellow or bright orange belly. The belly often has a row of black spots. Continue Reading.