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Prairie King Snake
Lampropeltis calligaster calligaster
Description
Terrestrial; body grayish brown to light tan, with maroon to dark olive brown dorsal blotches alternating with lateral blotches; belly cream, checkered with gray
Stats
Size
32 - 42 inches
Status
Uncommon
Similar Species
Eastern Milk snake
Diet
Small mammals, birds and eggs, amphibians, snakes (including venomous)
Habitat
Sparse, dry woods, prairies, abandoned fields and buildings
Reproduction
Egg-laying - up to 12 eggs laid in June/July will hatch in August
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