Western Patch-nosed Snake
The western patch-nosed snake is a harmless species. Due to some patches on the snout, this snake is named as patchnosed.
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Reptilia |
| Order | Squamata |
| Suborder | Serpentes |
| Family | Colubridae |
| Genus | Salvadora |
| Scientific Name | Salvadora hexalepis |
| Size | 20-46 in (51-117 cm) |
| Color | Brown and black body |
| Distribution | New Mexico, Nevada, Arizona, California |
| Habitat | Deserts |
| Diet | Lizards , small rodents, other snakes, and reptile eggs |
| Subspecies | Salvadora hexalepis hexalepisSalvadora hexalepis klauberiSalvadora hexalepis mojavensisSalvadora hexalepis virgultea |
| Venom Fact | Non-venomous |
| Breeding Season | Spring or summer |
| Mode of Reproduction | Oviparous |
| Clutch Size | 4-10 eggs |
| Average Lifespan | Around 14 years |
| IUCN Conservation Status | Least Concern |
Western Patch-nosed Snake Pictures Gallery
Salvadora Hexalepis 
Western Patch Nosed Snake Images 
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Western Patch Nosed Snake 
Western Patch Nosed Snake Pictures 
Western Patch-nosed Snake
Published on September 5th 2019 by staff under Snakes. Article was last reviewed on 5th September 2019.
