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Cape Gopher Snake

Pituophis vertebralis

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Reptilia ›Order: Squamata ›Family: Colubridae ›Genus: Pituophis

About

The Cape gopher snake or Baja gopher snake (Pituophis vertebralis) is a species of nonvenomous colubrid endemic to extreme southern Baja California Sur, Mexico. They have become increasingly popular companions for people interested in the exotic pet trade, due to their extreme color variations and relatively docile behavior. It was previously considered to be a subspecies of Pituophis catenifer. There has been controversy whether the Baja Gopher Snake is a lower classification of the Cape Gopher

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Cape Gopher Snake?
The scientific name of Cape Gopher Snake is Pituophis vertebralis.
What is the conservation status of Cape Gopher Snake?
The Cape Gopher Snake has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Cape Gopher Snake belong to?
Cape Gopher Snake belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Cape Gopher Snake belong to?
Cape Gopher Snake belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Cape Gopher Snake belong to?
Cape Gopher Snake belongs to the class Reptilia.
What order does Cape Gopher Snake belong to?
Cape Gopher Snake belongs to the order Squamata.
What family does Cape Gopher Snake belong to?
Cape Gopher Snake belongs to the family Colubridae.
What genus does Cape Gopher Snake belong to?
Cape Gopher Snake belongs to the genus Pituophis.