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Desert Nightsnake in California

Harmless

Hypsiglena chlorophaea

Desert Nightsnake
Hypsiglena chlorophaea

Yes. The Desert Nightsnake has been recorded in 11 California counties. It is non-venomous (harmless). Pale gray with dark blotches, vertical pupils, and dark neck blotches.

California counties with Desert Nightsnake records

11 listed

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