Species Reptiles & AmphibiansPrairie Kingsnake

Prairie Kingsnake

Lampropeltis calligaster

CommonReptile & Amphibian
Illustration of Prairie Kingsnake (Lampropeltis calligaster)

The Prairie Kingsnake is a non-venomous snake with a distinctive pattern of light and dark bands. This adaptable species is often found in a variety of habitats and is known for its docile nature.

Habitat
Grasslands, prairies, and woodlands
Diet
Rodents, birds, and other small vertebrates
How common
Common

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