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Western patch-nosed snake

A species of Patch-nosed snakes, Also known as Mojave patchnose snake
Scientific name : Salvadora hexalepis Genus : Patch-nosed snakes

Western patch-nosed snake, A species of Patch-nosed snakes
Also known as:
Mojave patchnose snake
Scientific name: Salvadora hexalepis
Genus: Patch-nosed snakes
Western patch-nosed snake (Salvadora hexalepis) Photo By langooney , used under CC-BY-NC-ND 4.0 /Cropped and compressed from original

Description

The Western patch-nosed snake, Salvadora hexalepis, is a species of nonvenomous colubrid snake, which is endemic to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

General Info

Lifespan

5-20 years

Diet

Western patch-nosed snake is an insectivorous reptile, predominantly consuming arthropods. With a preference for small insects, this species actively forages under rocks and fallen debris to locate its prey.

Appearance

Western patch-nosed snake is a medium-sized reptile with a long, slender body shape. Its skin is scales-covered, displaying a dominant color scheme of pale tan and brown with black patches or splotches. These creatures feature a long, tapering tail; no noticeable gender-based variations exist in its appearance. Juveniles have a lighter coloration, which darkens as they grow older.

Behavior

Western patch-nosed snake exhibits predominantly diurnal behavior, often sunning on rocks and in open areas. Known as a solitary, terrestrial species, it is highly specialized in desert survival, using its slim body for fast movement and efficient burrowing. Displaying distinctive tongue-flicking behavior, it locates prey using keen chemosensory abilities.

Population

Stable
Western patch-nosed snake (Salvadora hexalepis) Western patch-nosed snake (Salvadora hexalepis) Photo By langooney , used under CC-BY-NC-ND 4.0 /Cropped and compressed from original
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