Murray 1949 Diadophis amadeus Sept.1 2 mi N Willow Creek, Humboldt Co., Calif. Found in the road at 2 P.M. Flat at the base of dry southwest facing hillside. On both sides there were many black oaks with some Douglas fir. That part well shaded. Dry leaf litter under the trees with little undergrowth. Weather hot with a brilliant sun. Sept.2 4½ mi N, 1½ mi E Willow Creek, 800 ft., Humboldt Co., Calif. I was out among the rocks at the edge of Horse Suito Creek. Adjoining were blackberry thickets with dry grass. Shaded partially by tall alders. Late afternoon, about 4:30 and sun was behind ridge. Weather bright and quite hot, though less so by the creek.