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Corn Snake

Pantherophis guttatus

Taxonomy

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

About

The corn snake (Pantherophis guttatus) is a North American species of rat snake that subdues its small prey by constriction. It is found throughout the southeastern and central United States. Their docile nature, reluctance to bite, moderate adult size, attractive pattern, and comparatively simple care make them popular pet snakes. Though superficially resembling the venomous copperhead and often killed as a result of this mistaken identity, corn snakes are harmless and beneficial to humans. Corn snakes...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Corn Snake?
The scientific name of Corn Snake is Pantherophis guttatus.
What kingdom does Corn Snake belong to?
Corn Snake belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Corn Snake belong to?
Corn Snake belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Corn Snake belong to?
Corn Snake belongs to the class Reptilia.
What order does Corn Snake belong to?
Corn Snake belongs to the order Squamata.
What family does Corn Snake belong to?
Corn Snake belongs to the family Colubridae.
What genus does Corn Snake belong to?
Corn Snake belongs to the genus Pantherophis.