Scarlet Kingsnake (Lampropeltis triangulum ellipsoids)

Common Name:	Scarlet Kingsnake
Scientific Name:	Lampropeltis triangulum elapsoides
Etymology:
Genus:	*Lampropeltis* is derived from the Greek words lampros which means "radiant" and pelta meaning "small shields".
Species:	*triangulum* is derived from the Latin word *triangulus* which means "having three angles".
Subspecies:	elapsoides
Vernacular Names:
Average Length:	14 - 20 in. (36 - 51 cm)
Virginia Record Length:
Record length:	27 in. (68.6 cm)

For additional information on Scarlet Kingsnakes in Virginia see:

Virginia Fish and Wildlife Information Service: Species Booklet

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Scarlet Kingsnake Lampropeltis triangulum elapsoides