"Coastal Plain" Milk Snake


Scientific Name:

The scientific name for the "Coastal Plain" Milk Snake is L. t. triangulum x L. t. elapsoides

Where they're located in New Jersey: 

"Coastal Plain" Milk Snakes are located in the southern regions of the state

Venomous:

No, "Coastal Plain" Milk Snakes are non-venomous

Placement on Endangerment Scale: 

General species of Milk Snake is not endangered, the "Coastal Plain" Milk Snake, however, is extremely rare

Temperament:

"Coastal Plain" Milk Snakes are less aggressive than most snakes, but will still bite and musk when startled. Other than this, not much is known about this specific snake.

Physical characteristics:

Little is known about the coloration patterns of "Coastal Plain" Milk Snakes as the patterns seem to be randomized. They have smooth scales, but there is not enough data on multiple specimens to know average length.

Live or egg birth:

"Coastal Plain" Milk Snakes have egg births

Preferred habitat:

Woodlands, riverbanks and outbuildings like barns