Desert kingsnake
A species of Kingsnakes Scientific name : Lampropeltis splendida Genus : Kingsnakes
Desert kingsnake, A species of Kingsnakes
Scientific name: Lampropeltis splendida
Genus: Kingsnakes
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Description
The desert kingsnake (Lampropeltis splendida) is a species of kingsnake native to Texas, Arizona and New Mexico. It is nonvenomous, colored yellow and black. The desert kingsnake's diet consists of rodents, lizards, and smaller snakes, including rattlesnakes. They normally grow 3â4 feet long but have been known to grow up to 6.8 feet. They are docile creatures when coming face to face with humans. If they do not try to escape, often they will "play dead"
General Info
Lifespan
12-20 years
Diet
Desert kingsnake is an obligate carnivore with a preference for small mammals such as mice and rats. It also consumes birds and other reptiles, skillfully subduing its prey by constriction.
Behavior
Desert kingsnake exhibits nocturnal, solitary behavior, primarily hunting small mammals and occasionally birds. This species is non-venomous, deploying constriction as a method for immobilizing prey. The desert kingsnake is also known for remarkable mimicking behavior, impersonating rattlesnakes when threatened, to deter potential predators. Territoriality is unclear due to its solitary and nomadic lifestyle.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Colubrids Genus
Kingsnakes Species
Desert kingsnake 
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