If you’ve lived in California for a while, chances are good that you’ve encountered a king—a kingsnake, that is! Kingsnakes are one of the most widespread snake species in the US.
They are ground-dwelling snakes that often kill and eat other snakes, even venomous ones, including rattlesnakes, copperheads, and cottonmouths—kingsnakes are highly resistant to their venom. Find out more!
