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Prairie Kingsnake in Illinois

Harmless

Lampropeltis calligaster

Prairie Kingsnake
Lampropeltis calligaster

Yes. The Prairie Kingsnake has been recorded in 49 Illinois counties. It is non-venomous (harmless). Smooth, glossy scales with bold bands or chain-like patterns. Milksnakes mimic coral snakes, but red touches black.

Illinois counties with Prairie Kingsnake records

49 listed

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