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Eastern Hognose Snake

Heterodon platirhinos

Taxonomy

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

About

Heterodon platirhinos, commonly known as the eastern hog-nosed snake, spreading adder, or deaf adder, is a harmless colubrid species endemic to North America. No subspecies are currently recognized.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Eastern Hognose Snake?
The scientific name of Eastern Hognose Snake is Heterodon platirhinos.
What is the conservation status of Eastern Hognose Snake?
The Eastern Hognose Snake has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Eastern Hognose Snake belong to?
Eastern Hognose Snake belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Eastern Hognose Snake belong to?
Eastern Hognose Snake belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Eastern Hognose Snake belong to?
Eastern Hognose Snake belongs to the class Reptilia.
What order does Eastern Hognose Snake belong to?
Eastern Hognose Snake belongs to the order Squamata.
What family does Eastern Hognose Snake belong to?
Eastern Hognose Snake belongs to the family Colubridae.
What genus does Eastern Hognose Snake belong to?
Eastern Hognose Snake belongs to the genus Heterodon.