California Lyersnake

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Venom note: Similar to gartersnakes, the California Lyersnake can have a mild venom that can cause skin irritation or swelling, but is not notably harmful.

Names: Van Denburgh’s lyre snake, Western lyre snake

Average length: 2-3 feet

Juveniles: Same looks as the adults

Habitats: Rocky deserts, minimal shrubs and grasses, grasslands, forests