Glossy Snakes are mainly found in and around parts of USA and have nine recognized subspecies. They are nonvenomous and are known for their bright color patterns on their glossy skin.
Kingdom |
Animalia |
Phylum |
Chordata |
Subphylum |
Vertebrata |
Class |
Reptilia |
Order |
Squamata |
Suborder |
Serpentes |
Family |
Colubridae |
Subfamily |
Colubrinae |
Tribe |
Lampropeltini |
Genus |
Arizona |
Scientific Name |
Arizona elegans |
Other Names |
Faded Snake |
Length |
75 – 130 cm |
Color |
Shades of tan, brown, and gray with spots and patterns, downside is cream |
Distribution |
Southwest USA, from California in the west to Kansas in the east and Texas to the south to the northern Mexico |
Habitat |
Semi-arid grasslands |
Diet |
Mostly small lizards |
Venom Fact |
Nonvenomous |
Breeding Season |
Late spring to early summer |
Mode of Reproduction |
Oviparous |
Litter Size |
10-20 eggs |
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