How difficult is it to keep Sinaloan Milk Snake?

Beginner. This is a beginner-friendly species. No special equipment or experience is required, and it can be kept successfully with basic care setup.

What is the lifespan of Sinaloan Milk Snake?

The average lifespan of Sinaloan Milk Snake is Over 20 years in captivity. With proper care and nutrition, they can live a long and healthy life.

How large does Sinaloan Milk Snake get?

Sinaloan Milk Snake typically reaches 91-122cm as an adult. Size may vary depending on care conditions and individual genetics.

What should I feed Sinaloan Milk Snake?

Sinaloan Milk Snake feeds on: Frozen-thawed mice. Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.

What is the typical price for Sinaloan Milk Snake?

The price of Sinaloan Milk Snake varies significantly depending on morph, size, and lineage. Check our market price page for the latest pricing information.

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Sinaloan Milk Snake

Beginner

Lampropeltis polyzona

A tricolour milk snake found mainly along the Pacific side of Mexico, marked by broad red bands. The former sinaloae, campbelli and nelsoni forms all belong to this species. It is hardy and easy to keep.

Difficulty

Beginner

Lifespan

Over 20 years in captivity

Size

91-122cm

Humidity

40〜60%

Diet

Frozen-thawed mice

About

Lampropeltis polyzona is a non-venomous colubrid widely distributed in Mexico. It was long treated as the subspecies sinaloae of the milk snake Lampropeltis triangulum, but the revision by Ruane et al. (2014) merged it, together with the Pueblan (campbelli), Nelson's (nelsoni), arcifera and conanti forms, into Lampropeltis polyzona, so several lineages traded as distinct varieties are one species scientifically. Adults reach 91 to 122 cm. The pattern is banding in red, black and white or cream, the red bands being notably broad in the Sinaloan lineage, and is regarded as mimicry of venomous coral snakes. It occupies habitats from arid lowlands to mountains. In captivity it is hardy and feeds readily, making it a manageable beginner species. It is separated from the related L. ruthveni by a head only slightly distinct from the neck.

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Lifespan of the Sinaloan Milk Snake

The Sinaloan Milk Snake lives Over 20 years in captivity.

Size of the Sinaloan Milk Snake

The Sinaloan Milk Snake grows to 91-122cm.

Basic Info

Origin

Mexico, including Sinaloa, Sonora, Colima, Guerrero, Jalisco, Michoacan, Oaxaca, Puebla, Hidalgo and Veracruz

Lifespan

Over 20 years in captivity

Size

91-122cm

Humidity

Care Specifications

PeacefulSolitaryBreeding: Easy

Sources: ReptiFiles: Milksnake Care Sheet / Reptiles Magazine: Sinaloan Milk Snake / The Bio Dude: Pueblan Milksnake Caresheet / Reptile Database

References & Sources

Edited & verified by: BreederDirect editorial team

The taxonomic, regulatory, and husbandry data on this page are compiled and verified against the authoritative primary sources below.

Primary sources

Taxonomy & Authority

Accepted name: Lampropeltis polyzona Cope, 1860

Synonyms: Lampropeltis triangulum polyzona Cope, 1860, Lampropeltis triangulum campbelli Quinn, 1983, Lampropeltis triangulum nelsoni Blanchard, 1920, Lampropeltis triangulum arcifera (Werner, 1903)

Authority databases: GBIF · Reptile Database

Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.

Regulations & Conservation Status

Not CITES-listedIUCN LC · Least Concern

Not listed in any appendix of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) (not registered in Species+). Does not fall under either the specified animals listed in the appended table of the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Animal Welfare and Management Law, nor the specified invasive alien species under the Invasive Alien Species Act.

Sources: CITES Appendices (species not listed) / IUCN Red List

Regulations may change. Always verify the latest information with the relevant authorities.