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Arizona Mountain Kingsnakes
Lampropeltis pyromelana

In Arizona these colorful animals have been observed from April through November. The later sightings have been made on warm, sunny days. Many sightings have been in the afternoon. However, surface activity has ranged from early morning through the evening, depending on weather conditions. Animals are frequently seen in June, July, or August, often after a rain shower.

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  • Arizona Mountain Kingsnake
           Lampropeltis pyromelana pyromelana

  • Huachuca Mountain Kingsnake
           Lampropeltis pyromelana woodini

  • Tarahumara Mountain Kingsnake
          Lampropeltis pyromelana knoblochi

  • Utah Mountain Kingsnake
            Lampropeltis pyromelana infralabialis


  • Tarahumara Mountain Kingsnake
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