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Ruthvens Kingsnake

Lampropeltis ruthveni

Taxonomy

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

About

Lampropeltis ruthveni (common name: Ruthven's kingsnake) is a species of kingsnake in the family Colubridae. It was described by Frank N. Blanchard in 1920 and named after American herpetologist Alexander Grant Ruthven. It is endemic to Mexico.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Ruthvens Kingsnake?
The scientific name of Ruthvens Kingsnake is Lampropeltis ruthveni.
What is the conservation status of Ruthvens Kingsnake?
The Ruthvens Kingsnake has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
What kingdom does Ruthvens Kingsnake belong to?
Ruthvens Kingsnake belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Ruthvens Kingsnake belong to?
Ruthvens Kingsnake belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Ruthvens Kingsnake belong to?
Ruthvens Kingsnake belongs to the class Reptilia.
What order does Ruthvens Kingsnake belong to?
Ruthvens Kingsnake belongs to the order Squamata.
What family does Ruthvens Kingsnake belong to?
Ruthvens Kingsnake belongs to the family Colubridae.
What genus does Ruthvens Kingsnake belong to?
Ruthvens Kingsnake belongs to the genus Lampropeltis.