California Kingsnake, Lampropeltis californiae - Stockfoto

We see a close-up​ of a California Kingsnake in captivity. The California kingsnake is widespread along the West Coast of North America in the Tehachapi Mountains, the southeastern Sierra Nevada Mountains. These snakes live in Oregon, California, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, and Northwestern Mexico. The species has also become invasive on the Spanish island of Gran Canaria. The California kingsnake is one of the most popular pet reptiles due to its ease of care, attractive appearance, and docile demeanor.