Middle american gopher snake
A species of Gopher snakes Scientific name : Pituophis lineaticollis Genus : Gopher snakes
Middle american gopher snake, A species of Gopher snakes
Scientific name: Pituophis lineaticollis
Genus: Gopher snakes
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Description
Pituophis lineaticollis, commonly known as the Middle American gopher snake, is a species of snake in the family Colubridae. The species is found in Guatemala and Mexico in the states of Jalisco, Michoacán, Mexico, Morelos, Guerrero, Querétaro, Oaxaca and Chiapas.
General Info
Lifespan
15-20 years
Appearance
The middle american gopher snake is a robust, mid-sized snake with a streamlined body covered in scaly skin. Its base color is commonly beige to light brown, marked by darker brown, almost black longitudinal lines. The snake's underside is typically lighter. The species exhibits no significant differences in color or size between genders or subspecies. Its overall form is sleek and elongated, featuring a sharply pointed snout and long, slender tail.
Behavior
Middle american gopher snake is a solitary and nocturnal creature, specifically adapted to burrow in sandy or loose soil habitats. Its most noteworthy behavior includes a distinctive hissing sound as a self-defense mechanism. Middle american gopher snake's diet primarily consists of small mammals and birds, which is demonstrates excellent hunting skills.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Colubrids Genus
Gopher snakes Species
Middle american gopher snake 
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