Species information
Southern Baja Gopher Snake
Pituophis catenifer vertebralis
Common name
Southern Baja Gopher Snake
Scientific name
Pituophis catenifer vertebralis
Family
Colubridae
Appearance
The southern Baja gopher snake has a background colour of cream/yellow/brown/tan, on this are brown/black saddles running the length of the snake. On the sides are regular blotches of brown/black. These blotches (including the saddles) are darkest towards the head and tail, and lighter inbetween.
Locality
California, Baja.
Adult size
4-5ft
Approx lifespan
Upto 20years.
REcomended vivarium size
36x12x15in.
Basic set up type
Desertic. Provide hides in both the warm and and the cool end.
Diet
A diet of rodents is best for the Southern Baja Gopher Snake.
Further reading
N/A
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