Speckled Racer

Drymobius margaritiferus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Reptilia · Colubridae

About

Drymobius margaritiferus, commonly known as the speckled racer, is a species of nonvenomous colubrid snake native to the Americas. The specific name, margaritiferus, means "pearl-bearing" in Latin, referring to the pearl-like spots on the dorsal scales.

Fun Fact

One study of 36 Guatemalan and Mexican specimens with food items in their stomachs found 86% had anurans (predominantly Eleutherodactylus), 8% lizards, 4% reptile eggs, and 2% small mammals.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in the coastal lowlands and lower exterior slopes of the Sierra Madres of Mexico, up the west coast to Sonora, and up the east coast to northern Tamaulipas.

Diet

Feed on frogs and toads.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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