Corn snake, Elaphe guttata guttata

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Common Names:

Corn Snake, Red Rat Snake, Corn,

Scientific Name:

Elaphe guttata guttata or Pantherophis guttatus

Native to:

North America

Habitat:

Living in a variety of environments across the united states. A hardy species that occurs in all environments from arid deserts of Texas, to the near tropical everglades of Florida.

Captive Care:

Link TBA

Protected Status:

The corn snake is a prolific species, and as such is not currently at risk. Although in some states wildlife is protected, it is not considered vulnerable

Description and other information:

The most common species of snake in the pet trade, the corn is favoured for its docile disposition and its small size. In captivity it is slectivly bred to form colour and pattern variations know as morphs.