Pueblan Milk Snake — printable fact sheet
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Pueblan Milk Snake
Lampropeltis triangulum campbelli
The Pueblan milk snake is a strikingly colored, non-venomous colubrid native to the Puebla region of Mexico. Its bold bands of red, black, and white or yellow serve as a classic example of Batesian mimicry, imitating the appearance of venomous coral snakes to deter predators. Th…
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- Despite their vivid, threatening appearance, Pueblan milk snakes are completely harmless to humans and lack venom.
- Pueblan milk snakes are famous for their vibrant coloration, which mimics that of venomous coral snakes. They are excellent escape artists and can squeeze through tiny gaps. The species is known for its calm demeanor and is often recommended for beginner reptile keepers.
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