California Reptiles & Amphibians

Patch-nosed Snakes found in California



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This fast-moving snake is active in the daytime in deserts, grassland, sagebrush, and pinyon-juniper. It is usually seen on the ground, often sunning on roads in the early morning.

Three subspecies occur in California.
Check the map to determine which one occurs in your area.
 
Enlarged scale on tip of nose.
 
Desert Patch-nosed Snake
Salvadora hexalepsis hexalepsis
Mohave Patch-nosed Snake
Salvadora hexalepsis mojavensis
Coast Patch-nosed Snake
Salvadora hexalepsis virgultea
   




                



 





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