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词条 Lampropeltis mexicana
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  1. Description

  2. Distribution and habitat

  3. Behavior

  4. Status

  5. References

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| image = Lampropeltis Mexicana Greeri (16).JPG
| status = LC
| status_system = IUCN3.1
| status_ref = [1]
| genus = Lampropeltis
| species = mexicana
| authority = (Garman, 1884)[2]
}}Lampropeltis mexicana, the Mexican kingsnake, is a colubrid snake that is endemic to Mexico.[1][2] In addition to the nominate subspecies Lampropeltis mexicana mexicana, one subspecies, Lampropeltis mexicana thayeri is recognized.[2]

Description

The Mexican kingsnake is a smooth-skinned, slender, sub-cylindrical snake which is more flattened ventrally than most members of the genus Lampropeltis. It has a wide head, large eyes and a long tail.[3] Adults grow to a length of about {{convert|80|cm|0|abbr=on}}. This snake has broad red saddle-shaped markings, bordered with black and separated by cream, brown or pinkish bars. The sequence of colors does not vary but the proportions and shades of the color bands are quite variable. The nominate subspecies has distinctive red markings and intricate patterning on its head while L. m thayeri has a plain head, narrower red saddles and broader, usually cream-shaped bars separating them.[4]

Distribution and habitat

The Mexican kingsnake is endemic to northeastern Mexico. The nominate subspecies is found in the state of San Luis Potosí and L. m thayeri is found in the state of Nuevo León. The typical habitat of this snake is rocky hillsides, valleys and deserts in mountainous regions[4] as well as woodlands, oak forests and grassy areas. Its altitudinal range is {{convert|1300|to|2400|m|0|abbr=on}} above sea level.[1]

Behavior

The Mexican kingsnake is a secretive, nocturnal species that is seldom seen, hiding under rocks and fallen trees by day. It feeds on reptiles, small mammals and amphibians, but its main prey is diurnal lizards. It is oviparous and lays a clutch of three to five eggs.[1][3]

Status

The IUCN has listed the Mexican kingsnake as being of "Least Concern". This is because it has a wide range and the population is presumed to be large and seems to be stable. It is sometimes misidentified as a venomous coral snake and killed by humans but it otherwise faces no major threats.[1] Part of its range occurs within the confines of the state of Santa Rosa protected area.[1]

References

1. ^{{Cite journal | author = Vazquez Díaz, J. | author2 = Quintero Díaz, G.E. | last-author-amp = yes | title = Lampropeltis mexicana | journal = The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species | volume = 2007 | page = e.T63830A12720231 | publisher = IUCN | date = 2007 | url = http://www.iucnredlist.org/details/63830/0 | doi = 10.2305/IUCN.UK.2007.RLTS.T63830A12720231.en | access-date = 3 January 2018}}
2. ^{{NRDB species|genus=Lampropeltis|species=mexicana|accessdate=12 October 2013}}
3. ^{{cite journal |author1=Gehlbach, F. R. |author2=Baker, J. K. |year=1962 |title=Kingsnakes allied with Lampropeltis mexicana: taxonomy and natural history |journal=Copeia |volume=2 |issue= |pages=291–300 |url=http://www.sierraherps.com/pdf/Gehlbach1962.pdf |doi=10.2307/1440893}}
4. ^{{cite book |title=Snake |last=Mattison |first=Chris |year=2006 |publisher=DK Publishing |isbn=978-0-7566-1365-5 |page=85 |url= }}
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7 : Lampropeltis|Snakes of North America|Reptiles of Mexico|Endemic fauna of Northeastern Mexico|Taxa named by Samuel Garman|Least concern biota of Mexico|Reptiles described in 1884

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