Eastern Milksnake
Lampropeltis triangulum
About the Eastern Milksnake
Lampropeltis triangulum, commonly known as a milk snake or milksnake, is a species of king snake. There are 24 subspecies of milk snakes. Lampropeltis elapsoides, the scarlet kingsnake, was formerly classified as the subspecies L. t. elapsoides, but is now recognized as a distinct species. The subspecies have strikingly different appearances, and many of them have their own common names. Some authorities suggest that this species may be split into several separate species. They are not...
Key Facts
- Well-known species with 23,608 recorded observations.
Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the Eastern Milksnake?
The scientific name of the Eastern Milksnake is Lampropeltis triangulum.
How many Eastern Milksnake sightings have been recorded?
23,608 observations of the Eastern Milksnake have been recorded on iNaturalist.
