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
Best time to see a Western Lyre Snake
The best time to see a Western Lyre Snake is May–August, when about 60% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 1,302 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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