Endemic to North America, the nonvenomous Long-nosed Snakes belong to the colubrid family, and are found with their four recognized subspecies. They are known for their bright coloration.
| Kingdom |
Animalia |
| Phylum |
Chordata |
| Class |
Reptilia |
| Order |
Squamata |
| Suborder |
Serpentes |
| Family |
Colubridae |
| Genus |
Rhinocheilus |
| Species |
R. lecontei |
| Scientific Name |
Rhinocheilus lecontei |
| Length |
Average 30 inches (76 cm) |
| Coloration |
Black diamond-shaped patterns alternating with smaller patterns atop a light red base |
| Distribution |
Northern Mexico to the southwestern regions of the United States |
| Habitat |
Mostly remain buried in underground burrows |
| Diet |
Lizards, amphibians like frogs and toads, and at times smaller snakes and rarely rodents |
| Venom Fact |
Nonvenomous |
| Breeding Season |
Spring |
| Clutch Size |
4-9 eggs |
| Mode of Reproduction |
Oviparous |
| IUCN Conservation Status |
Least Concern |
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Long-nosed Snake Range
