Scarlet Snake

Cemophora coccinea

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Reptilia · Colubridae

About

Cemophora coccinea, commonly known as the scarlet snake, is a species of nonvenomous snake in the subfamily Colubrinae of the family Colubridae. The species is native to the southeastern United States. There are two subspecies of C. coccinea that are recognized as being valid. The Texas scarlet snake was previously considered a subspecies.

Fun Fact

The smallest reptile eggs are eaten in their entirety.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found throughout most of the Atlantic coastal plain areas.

Diet

Eating snakes such as coral snakes, and predatory birds and mammals.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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