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Reptile and Amphibian Encyclopedia > Snakes > Gopher Snakes

Gopher Snakes, Pine Snakes, and Bull Snakes

Pituophis is the genus of non-venomous colubrid snakes commonly referred to as gopher snakes, pine snakes, and bull snakes. Species within the genus are found throughout the United States and Mexico. Larger, heavy bodied snakes with keeled scales, they are a popular choice for reptile hobbyists.

Gopher Snakem Pituophis catenifer

Mexican Pine Snake, Pituophis deppei

  • Mexican Pine Snake Pituophis deppei deppei (Duméril, 1853)
  • Northern Mexican Pine Snake - Pituophis deppei jani (Cope, 1861)

Middle American Gopher Snake, Pituophis lineaticollis

  • Pituophis lineaticollis gibsoni (Stuart, 1954)
  • Pituophis lineaticollis lineaticollis (Cope, 1861)

Pine Snakem Pituophis melanoleucus

Louisiana Pine Snake, Pituophis ruthveni (Stull, 1929)

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