The California kingsnake is a nonvenomous colubrid snake endemic to the western United States and northern Mexico, and is found in a variety of habitats. Due to ease of care and a wide range of color variations, the California kingsnake is one of the most popular snakes in captivity.
At a glance
- Scientific name
- Lampropeltis californiae
- Category
- Reptiles & amphibians
- Animal type
- Reptile
Some species are regulated (CITES, ownership permits) — check the rules before keeping one.
