The Mexican black king snake (Lampropeltis getula nigrita) is a nonvenomous species native to the southern United States and northern Mexico. Known for its glossy, jet-black scales, this striking ...

In these shallow, ephemeral waters, species like the Mexican garter snake once carved out a precarious existence. But these highly adapted, rare animals are no match for pumping, livestock grazing, ...

I’ve finally fulfilled a long-time dream of owning a two-headed snake! In this episode, join me as I unbox and introduce this incredibly rare Mexican black king snake. I share the history of my ...

RANGE: From southeastern Arizona to Oaxaca, Mexico; may also be found along the Agua Fria, Oak Creek, and Verde rivers, and along some parts of the Salt and Black rivers THREATS ... demonstrate that ...