Atlantic central american milk snake
A species of Kingsnakes Scientific name : Lampropeltis polyzona Genus : Kingsnakes
Atlantic central american milk snake, A species of Kingsnakes
Scientific name: Lampropeltis polyzona
Genus: Kingsnakes
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Description
Native to eastern Mexico and parts of Central America, the atlantic central american milk snake has gorgeous red, cream, and black bands like all milk snakes, but has more of an appetite for reptiles than rodents. It is known as the False Coral Snake due to its coloration, and is sometimes killed due to its resemblance to this deadly snake.
General Info
Lifespan
15-20 years
Diet
Atlantic central american milk snake primarily subsists on a carnivorous diet, with its feeding habits predominantly involving small mammals like rodents. Moreover, it displays opportunistic behaviors, occasionally consuming lizards and eggs.
Behavior
Atlantic central american milk snake are nocturnal hunters, often using constriction techniques to subdue prey while demonstrating adept climbing and burrowing capabilities. They exhibit solitary behavior, interacting only during mating seasons. Skilled at cloaking, they blend with their surroundings for protection. Territorial marking is unobserved, indicating a lesser importance of territory in their survival strategy.
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