California Reptiles & Amphibians

Nightsnakes found in California



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This small nocturnal snake is typically found on roads at night, or while hiding underneath surface
objects during daytime. It can be found in many habitats; deserts, grasslands, mountains, chaparral,
sagebrush. Two subspecies are present in California.
Check the map to determine which one occurs in your area.




 
California Nightsnake                                      Desert Nightsnake     
Hypsiglena torquata nuchalata                          Hypsiglena torquata deserticola







 


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