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California King Snake in New Mexico

Harmless

Lampropeltis californiae

California King Snake
Lampropeltis californiae

Yes. The California King Snake has been recorded in 3 New Mexico counties. It is non-venomous (harmless). Smooth, glossy scales with bold bands or chain-like patterns. Milksnakes mimic coral snakes, but red touches black.

New Mexico counties with California King Snake records

3 listed

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