Webb's Kingsnake

About the Webb's Kingsnake

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Frequently asked: Webb's Kingsnake

Is the Webb's Kingsnake venomous?

No. The Webb's Kingsnake (Lampropeltis webbi) is non-venomous and is not considered dangerous to humans. Like most snakes, it will retreat rather than bite when given the chance.

Is the Webb's Kingsnake poisonous?

Snakes are venomous, not poisonous. "Poisonous" means harmful to eat or touch; "venomous" means injecting toxins through a bite. The Webb's Kingsnake is neither poisonous nor venomous.

Is the Webb's Kingsnake dangerous?

The Webb's Kingsnake is not dangerous to humans. It has no medically significant venom and bites only defensively if cornered or handled.

Where does the Webb's Kingsnake live?

The Webb's Kingsnake has verified records in 1 country, including Mexico. See the distribution section below for its full range.

How do I identify the Webb's Kingsnake?

Smooth, glossy scales with bold bands or chain-like patterns. Milksnakes mimic coral snakes, but red touches black.

How big does the Webb's Kingsnake get?

2–5 ft.

Where it is found

More Colubridae snakes

• 
  Eastern Milksnake
  Lampropeltis triangulum
• 
  California King Snake
  Lampropeltis californiae
• 
  Speckled Kingsnake
  Lampropeltis holbrooki
• 
  Eastern Kingsnake
  Lampropeltis getula
• 
  Black Kingsnake
  Lampropeltis nigra
• 
  Prairie Kingsnake
  Lampropeltis calligaster
• 
  Western Milksnake
  Lampropeltis gentilis
• 
  Desert Kingsnake
  Lampropeltis splendida

Classification

How scientists group this snake, from the broadest category down to the exact species. Each step narrows to its closest relatives.

OrderThe broad group of scaled reptiles: all snakes and lizards

Squamata

FamilyA group of related snakes that share key traits

Colubridae

GenusA close-knit group of very similar species

Lampropeltis

SpeciesThis exact snake, named in the two-part scientific name

Lampropeltis webbi

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