Kingdom Animalia Subphylum Vertebrata Order Squamata Scientific name Lampropeltis ruthveni | Phylum Chordata Class Reptilia Suborder Serpentes Rank Species | |
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Similar Lampropeltis mexicana, Lampropeltis pyromelana, Lampropeltis mexicana greeri, Gray‑banded kingsnake, Mexican milk snake | ||
Lampropeltis ruthveni
Lampropeltis ruthveni (common name: Ruthven's kingsnake) is a species of kingsnake in the family Colubridae. It was described by Frank N. Blanchard in 1920 and named after American herpetologist Alexander Grant Ruthven. It is endemic to Mexico.
Contents
- Lampropeltis ruthveni
- Kingsnake attacks mouse lampropeltis ruthveni close up macro video of feeding on mouse
- Habitat and conservation
- References
Kingsnake attacks mouse lampropeltis ruthveni close up macro video of feeding on mouse
Habitat and conservation
Lampropeltis ruthveni occurs in thorn forest and pine-oak forest. It is a common species but its abundance is decreasing. It is collected for the international pet trade (sometimes illegally), and also habitat loss (deforestation) is a threat.
References
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