Lampropeltis triangulum campbelli
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 "Apricot" phase Pueblan Milk Snake
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| Lampropeltis triangulum campbelli Quinn, 1983 |
The Pueblan milk snake (Lampropeltis triangulum campbelli) is an egg laying species of non-venomous colubrid snake. It is one of the most commonly bred milk snakes in captivity, and due to this is found in several color variations.
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[edit] Description
Bright colors and broad bands of red, black and white distinguishes this subspecies from all other milk snakes. Adult Pueblan milk snakes reach lengths of 28 to 36 inches (hatchlings average 9 inches in length), and can be found in southern Puebla, eastern Morelos and northern Oaxaca, Mexico.
[edit] Behavior
Like most milk snakes, Pueblan milk snakes are typically nocturnal, especially during the summer months when the heat of the day is often beyond their tolerance. They tend to be flighty, nervous, and typically defecate when initially handled, though they will rarely bite. They become more docile with regular handling.
[edit] Diet
Pueblan milksnakes will feed on just about anything they can overpower. They will consume warm-blooded prey such as mice, rats, and birds, as well as cold-blooded prey such as lizards, frogs, and other snakes, including venomous snakes.
[edit] In captivity
Pueblan milk snakes adapt well in captivity if kept between 80 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit, with a night time temperature drop of 5 to 10 degrees. Temperature control is important, as it maintains the animal's feeding response and digestion. Cages should be escape proof, and fresh water provided at all times. A hide box is necessary, since Pueblans are more comfortable in confined spaces. King snakes and milk snakes must be housed separately (except during the breeding season) because they are cannibalistic. Inexpensive enclosures such as plastic shoe or sweater boxes work well, if there are ventilation holes drilled in the sides. Aquariums or home-made enclosures also work well if you want to display the snake. A variety of substrates may be used (aspen shavings, corn-cob rodent bedding or newspaper) to keep the animals clean, warm and dry.
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[edit] References
- Species Lampropeltis triangulum at the EMBL Reptile Database
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