The average adult measures 71 cm (28 in) in total length (body + tail), with females being larger than males.
The maximum recorded total length is 116 cm (46 in).

The most distinguishing feature is the upturned snout, used for digging in sandy soils.

The color pattern is extremely variable.
It can be red, green, orange, brown, gray to black, or any combination thereof depending on locality.
They can be blotched, checkered, or patternless.
The belly tends to be a solid gray, yellow, or cream-colored.
In this species the underside of the tail is lighter than the belly.
The average adult measures 71 cm (28 in) in total length (body + tail), with females being larger than males. The maximum recorded total length is 116 cm (46 in).
The most distinguishing feature is the upturned snout, used for digging in sandy soils.
The color pattern is extremely variable. It can be red, green, orange, brown, gray to black, or any combination thereof depending on locality. They can be blotched, checkered, or patternless. The belly tends to be a solid gray, yellow, or cream-colored. In this species the underside of the tail is lighter than the belly.
Eastern hognose snake