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The California kingsnake is one of the most popular pet reptiles due to its ease of care, attractive appearance and docile demeanor. Due to natural color and pattern variability between individual snakes, snake enthusiasts have selectively bred for a variety of color patterns and morphs.
The California kingsnake (Lampropeltis californiae) is a nonvenomous snake endemic to the western United States and northern Mexico. Due to ease of care and a wide range of color variations, it is one of the most popular snakes in captivity.
23 maj 2024 · Unveil the captivating world of California kingsnakes, nonvenomous constrictors renowned for their camouflage mastery and crepuscular hunting habits. Explore their mesmerizing color morphs, habitats, diet, and care tips through enthralling facts, pictures, and videos.
Class: Reptilia. Order: Squamata. Family: Colubridae. Habitat: Grasslands, freshwater marshes, desert, farmland, chaparral, forest, and woodland. Size: 27 to 76 cm. Fun Facts: The Kingsnake received its name because it often eats other snakes. It is famous for eating Rattlesnakes.
CALIFORNIA KINGSNAKE FACTS. Wild Locality. Western United States & Mexico. Lifestyle. Terrestrial (ground-dwelling) Diet. Small Mammals, Birds, Eggs, Lizards, Frogs, & Other Snakes (carnivore) Habitat. Forested Areas, Grasslands, Marshes, & Deserts. Adult Size. ~ 4-6 ft, & 900-1,400g. Activity. Cathemeral (active in the day & night)
CALIFORNIA KINGSNAKE (Lampropeltis getula californiae) WILD LOCALITY: Western United States & Mexico. HABITAT: Forested Areas, Grasslands, Marshes, & Deserts . LIFESTYLE: Terrestrial (ground-dwelling) DIET: Small Mammals, Birds, Eggs, Lizards, Frogs, & Other Snakes (carnivore) LIFE EXPECTANCY: 15-25 years in the care of humans (less in the wild ...
Length: 30 -85 in. Girth: 5 in. All kingsnakes are non-venomous, and are powerful constrictors and generally kill their prey by suffocation. The “king” refers to their propensity to hunt and consume other snakes, including the venomous rattlesnake.
