Species information
Ruthvens Kingsnake
Lampropeltis ruthveni
Common name
Ruthvens Kingsnake
Scientific name
Lampropeltis ruthveni
Family
Colubridae
Appearance
The ruthvens kingsnake is tricoloured, and has a close resemblance with many of the tricoloured milk snakes. It is banded in red, black and white/cream/grey. The black bands are thinner than the others, they essentially provide an outline outline for the red and white/cream/grey ones.
Locality
Mexico.
Adult size
2.5-3 ft.
Approx lifespan
15-18 yrs.
REcomended vivarium size
24x15x15in or more.
Basic set up type
Dry Woodland.
Diet
A diet consisting of rodents is best for the Ruthvens Kingsnake.
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