A Guide to the Amphibians
and Reptiles of California

California Mountain Kingsnakes found in California

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The California Mountain Kingsnake is a harmless, diurnal snake of forests, chaparral, and coastal scrub. Found primarily in the mountains, but along the coast it can be found close to sea level. Often seen along mountain streams, and underneath rocks in sunny mountain clearings. Sometimes seen on roads in the evening or at night. Currently no subspecies are recognized, but the former subspecies are still accepted by many. Check the map to determine which of the formerly-recognized subspecies occurs in your area.

Sierra Mountain Kingsnake Lampropeltis zonata (multicincta)	Coast Mountain Kingsnake Lampropeltis zonata (multifasciata)	San Bernardino Mountain Kingsnake Lampropeltis zonata (parvirubra)

San Diego Mountain Kingsnake Lampropeltis zonata (pulchra)	St. Helena Mountain Kingsnake Lampropeltis zonata (zonata)