Scarlet
Kingsnake
Lampropeltis triangulum elapsoides
| Common Name: | Scarlet Kingsnake |
| Scientific Name: | Lampropeltis triangulum elapsoides |
| Etymology: | |
| Genus: | Lampropeltis is derived from the Greek words lampros which means "radiant" and pelta meaning "small shields". |
| Species: | triangulum is derived from the Latin word triangulus which means "having three angles". |
| Subspecies: | elapsoides |
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| Average Length: | 14 - 20 in. (36 - 51 cm) |
| Virginia Record Length: | |
| Record length: | 27 in. (68.6 cm) |
For additional information on Scarlet Kingsnakes in Virginia see:
Virginia Fish and Wildlife Information Service: Species Booklet
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