Are any kingsnakes diurnal? Which ones?
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any diurnal kingsnakes?
clydesdale
Aug 31, 2006 04:21 PM
Replies (7)
snakesunlimited1
Aug 31, 2006 04:28 PM
Getula are.
Jason
antelope
Aug 31, 2006 11:47 PM
I believe calligaster(prairie) to be diurnal as well
Todd Hughes
Patton
Aug 31, 2006 04:38 PM
I've seen Eastern Kings out early in the morning and evening, after a rain, along trails. That would be classified as crepuscular. Even though they are classified as nocturnal, I think it varies, depending on their needs.
-Phil
Phil Peak
Aug 31, 2006 05:12 PM
I would consider the black kingsnake to be diurnal. Like many snakes they may take the occasional late evening foray on warm summer nights, especially after rain events.
Phil
chrish
Aug 31, 2006 10:45 PM
Most getula will be active in the day attimes and in areas whether the temperatures allow it.
Arizona Mtn Kings are almost entirely diurnal. It is probably the most diurnal of the kingsnakes.
Some of the mexican kingsnakes are diurnal as well, particularly those from higher elevations (e.g. greeri)
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Chris Harrison
San Antonio, Texas
Clydesdale
Sep 01, 2006 09:18 PM
Are the snakes you mentioned diurnal in captivity as well? Do you see Arizona Mt. Kings out and about much in captivity?
foxturtle
Sep 02, 2006 06:11 PM
Adult Florida kings are primarily diurnal, while juveniles seem to be primarily nocturnal.
