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Gray Ratsnake

Pantherophis spiloides

Taxonomy

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

About

The gray ratsnake or gray rat snake (Pantherophis spiloides), also commonly known as the central ratsnake, chicken snake, midlands ratsnake, or pilot black snake, is a species of nonvenomous snake in the genus Pantherophis in the subfamily Colubrinae. The gray ratsnake is one of about ten species within the Pantherophis genus of American rat snakes.

Frequently Asked Questions

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