29 Dec,2023
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The first black and white snake on this list is the bandy-bandy, also known as the “hoop snake.” Both of these common names refer to the black and white bands or hoops that wrap around the length of the snake’s body.
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The black-tailed rattlesnake (Crotalus molossus) is a venomous snake species that lives in Mexico and the United States, specifically in the southwestern United States, Texas and Arizona, and Central Mexico. There are four species, each one boasting some variation of color that places them as one of many black and white snakes.
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Suzhen’s krait (Bungarus suzhenae) is a newly identified species. This new member of the list of black and white snakes was first documented in 2021. It receives its name from Bai Su Zhen, the Chinese snake goddess from the “Legend of the White Snake.”
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The western massasauga (Sistrurus tergeminus) is another one of many venomous black and white snakes. Like the black-tailed rattlesnake, it is found in the United States and Mexico. However, it is not a type of rattlesnake, although both are considered pit vipers.
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The common kingsnake (Lampropeltis getula) goes by many names. Some of these common names include the Eastern kingsnake, Carolina kingsnake, and chain kingsnake. It is known for its black-and-white appearance, as well as its personality. Both of these traits have made this a favorite among snake enthusiasts and pet owners alike.
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The Butler’s wolf snake (Lycodon butleri) is a species of snake native to Thailand and Malaysia. This species is named after Arthur Lennox Butler, a Karachi-born British zoologist. It is found in a habitat known as the montane forest, which can easily reach elevations of almost one mile above sea level.
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If you’ve ever seen a common garter snake (Thamnophis sirtalis), there’s a chance you’re wondering how it ended up on a list of black and white snakes. This is because they can come in a variety of different morphs or colors.
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The striped whipsnake (Masticophis taeniatus) is a nonvenomous species known for its black dorsal side and its white, vertical stripe. However, it can also come in other colors, such as brown or olive green.
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The Laotian wolf snake (Lycodon laoensis) is one example of a black-and-white snake that also features other colors. This snake is black and yellow along its dorsal side or its back. However, it is white along its ventral side, which is its stomach.
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