The Mexican Lyre Snake is a strikingly patterned snake with a distinctive lyre-shaped marking on its back. It is known for its calm demeanor and is often found in rocky areas.
Habitat
Prefers rocky hillsides and scrub forests.
Diet
Primarily feeds on lizards and small mammals.
How common
Uncommon
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