Western Patch-nosed Snake
The western patch-nosed snake is a harmless species. Due to some patches on the snout, this snake is named as patchnosed.
Kingdom | Animalia |
Phylum | Chordata |
Class | Reptilia |
Order | Squamata |
Suborder | Serpentes |
Family | Colubridae |
Genus | Salvadora |
Scientific Name | Salvadora hexalepis |
Size | 20-46 in (51-117 cm) |
Color | Brown and black body |
Distribution | New Mexico, Nevada, Arizona, California |
Habitat | Deserts |
Diet | Lizards , small rodents, other snakes, and reptile eggs |
Subspecies | Salvadora hexalepis hexalepisSalvadora hexalepis klauberiSalvadora hexalepis mojavensisSalvadora hexalepis virgultea |
Venom Fact | Non-venomous |
Breeding Season | Spring or summer |
Mode of Reproduction | Oviparous |
Clutch Size | 4-10 eggs |
Average Lifespan | Around 14 years |
IUCN Conservation Status | Least Concern |
Western Patch-nosed Snake Pictures Gallery
Published on September 5th 2019 by staff under Snakes. Article was last reviewed on 5th September 2019.