Slithering kings: Snakes that are non-poisonous 

Dec24,2024

A popular pet species known for its docile temperament.  

Ball Python (Python regius) 

A small, colorful snake often found in the southeastern United States.  

Corn Snake (Pantherophis guttatus)  

Known for its vibrant red, black, and yellow bands, resembling the venomous coral snake.  

Milk Snake (Lampropeltis triangulum) 

Widely distributed in North America and harmless to humans.

Garter Snake (Thamnophis sirtalis) 

Known for controlling rodent populations; commonly found in forests and farmland. 

Rat Snake (Pantherophis obsoletus) 

Famous for being immune to venom and feeding on other snakes.  

King Snake (Lampropeltis getula) 

A small, slow-moving snake native to the southwestern United States and Mexico. 

Rosy Boa (Lichanura trivirgat)  

A strikingly beautiful species often seen coiled on branches in rainforests.  

Green Tree Python (Morelia viridis) 

Native to Australia, this snake is gentle and easy to handle.  

Children’s Python (Antaresia childreni)