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Eastern Kingsnake in New Mexico

Harmless

Lampropeltis getula

Eastern Kingsnake
Lampropeltis getula

Yes. The Eastern Kingsnake has been recorded in 23 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 Eastern Kingsnake records

23 listed

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