Sinaloan Milk Snake

• Common Group: MILK SNAKES
• Common Name: Sinaloan Milk Snake
• Scientific Name: Lampropeltis t. sinaloae
• Distribution: N.E. Mexico
• Size: 3.5' - 4'

Natural habitat

This milk snake is found in the coastal and arid scrubland habitats of Northeast Mexico. When captive, adults require a 29 gallon enclosure.

Behavior

Most will become tame with regular handling. This species is nocturnal (active primarily at night). Provide some dark areas for hiding for captive care.

Captive environment

Use full spectrum lighting 12-14 hours per day. Provide a basking area with access to a cooler zone. Provide several climbing areas on branches, logs, & plants.

Temperature

Day temperature should be gradient from 78 to 90 degrees F. Maintain night temperature range between 70-75 degrees F. Use reptile heating pads under tank for 24-hour heat.

Humidity

This species requires low to moderate levels of humidity.

Water requirements

Provide a large fairly deep bowl for drinking and soaking.

Nutritional requirements

This species is a carnivore (meat eater). Feed appropriate sized rodents (mice, hamsters, rats). Eats other snakes, and lizards.