Pacific Gopher Snake

Pituophis catenifer catenifer

Venom Status:

Non Venomous

 

Characteristics:

This snake has a yellowish head with an enlarged rostral (nosetip) scale, a yellowish ground color and prominent reddish-brown dorsal saddles. Belly is yellow with prominent black spots. Scales heavily keeled. Oviparous.

 

Unique Features:

 

Habitat and Diet:

Ubiquitous. May appear in yards, on ranch land, in sandy woodlands, or elsewhere. Prey consists primarily of burrowing rodents.

 

Geographic Range:

CA, OR, WA,