Desert Nightsnake

Hypsiglena torquata

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Reptilia · Colubridae

About

Hypsiglena torquata, the Sinaloan night snake, is a species of rear-fanged colubrid. It is endemic western Mexico. It is characterized by dark brown systematic blotches down its back and sides, a bar behind each eye, vertical pupils, and neck adornment. It is active in the twilight and at night. It is not dangerous to humans.

Fun Fact

Desert night snakes are mildly venomous rear-fanged snakes that use their venom to immobilize lizards too large to swallow without a struggle.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Prey includes juvenile rattlesnakes and blind snakes, salamanders, frogs, and large insects.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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