The Sonoran Lyre Snake is a slender, non-venomous snake characterized by its distinctive lyre-shaped pattern on the back. This species is known for its ability to mimic the coloration of venomous snakes as a defense mechanism.
Habitat
Found in arid and semi-arid regions of the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.
Diet
Primarily feeds on small mammals and lizards.
How common
Common
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