Western Lyre Snake

Trimorphodon biscutatus

The Western Lyre Snake is a mildly venomous rear-fanged snake named for the lyre-shaped marking on its head. Nocturnal and an excellent climber of rock faces. Its enlarged pupils give it excellent night vision.

Habitat

Rocky canyon walls, cliff faces, and desert outcrops in the Southwest

Diet

Lizards and small rodents

How common

Uncommon

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