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Black King Snake
Lampropeltis getula nigra
Description
Terrestrial; body black with white or yellow dots, mostly lateral; belly white to cream, checkered with slate or black
Stats
Size
36 - 48 inches
Status
Common
Similar Species
Black Rat snake, Racers
Diet
Snakes (including venomous), rodents, reptile eggs
Habitat
Sparse, dry woods, rocky hillsides, abandoned fields and buildings
Reproduction
Egg-laying - up to 15 eggs laid in July will hatch in September
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