What is the scientific name of the Mexican Lined Gopher Snake?

The scientific name of the Mexican Lined Gopher Snake is Pituophis lineaticollis.

What are other common names for the Mexican Lined Gopher Snake?

The Mexican Lined Gopher Snake is also known as Middle American Gopher Snake, Cincuate Bull Snake, Mexican Lined Pine Snake, Mexican Lined Pine, and Cope's Gopher Snake.

Where are Mexican Lined Gopher Snakes native to?

Mexican Lined Gopher Snakes are native to southeastern Mexico, Chiapas highlands, and Guatemala.

How big do Mexican Lined Gopher Snakes get?

Adult Mexican Lined Gopher Snakes typically reach 5-6 1/2 feet.

How long do Mexican Lined Gopher Snakes live?

Mexican Lined Gopher Snakes live about 10-15 years with proper care.

What temperatures does a Mexican Lined Gopher Snake need?

Recommended temperatures for a Mexican Lined Gopher Snake: Basking: 88°F-92°F and Ambient Temps: 72°F-°84F.

What humidity does a Mexican Lined Gopher Snake need?

Mexican Lined Gopher Snakes need 40%-60% humidity.

What lighting does a Mexican Lined Gopher Snake need?

Recommended lighting for Mexican Lined Gopher Snakes: 5%-7% UVB.

What size enclosure does a Mexican Lined Gopher Snake need?

Recommended enclosure sizes for a Mexican Lined Gopher Snake: Juvenile: 36" x 18" x 18"; Sub-Adult: 48" x 24" x 24"; Adult: 72" x 24" x 24".

What do Mexican Lined Gopher Snakes eat?

Mexican Lined Gopher Snakes eat: Carnivorous: Whole prey, Rats, Chicks, Quail.

Are Mexican Lined Gopher Snakes good for beginners?

Mexican Lined Gopher Snakes are not usually recommended for beginners; they are rated Intermediate to Advanced for keeper experience.

Are Mexican Lined Gopher Snakes nocturnal or diurnal?

Mexican Lined Gopher Snakes are diurnal (active during the day).

Do Mexican Lined Gopher Snakes lay eggs?

Yes. Mexican Lined Gopher Snakes are oviparous, meaning they lay eggs.

How many eggs does a Mexican Lined Gopher Snake lay?

A Mexican Lined Gopher Snake clutch is typically about 4-12 eggs.

How long do Mexican Lined Gopher Snake eggs take to hatch?

Mexican Lined Gopher Snake eggs typically incubate for about 60-75 days before hatching.

What is the best substrate for adult Mexican Lined Gopher Snakes?

Recommended substrates for adult Mexican Lined Gopher Snakes: ReptiChip Breeder Blocks and Bundles.

What is the best enclosure for a Mexican Lined Gopher Snake?

Recommended enclosures for Mexican Lined Gopher Snakes by age. Juvenile: Vivarium 36" Sliding Door Reptile Terrariums. Sub-adult: Vivarium 48" Sliding Door Reptile Terrariums (4'x2').

What lighting products are best for a Mexican Lined Gopher Snake?

Recommended lighting products for Mexican Lined Gopher Snakes: Arcadia 6% UVB D3 Forest Lighting.

What heating products does a Mexican Lined Gopher Snake need?

Recommended heating products for Mexican Lined Gopher Snakes: Arcadia Deep Heat Projectors and Vivarium Electronics Ceramic Dome Reflector.

Mexican Lined Gopher Snake

Common Name(s)	Middle American Gopher Snake Cincuate Bull Snake Mexican Lined Pine Snake Mexican Lined Pine Cope's Gopher Snake
Scientific Name	Pituophis lineaticollis
Behavior	Diurnal (active during the day) Highly fossorial Defensive
Reproduction	oviparous (lays eggs) Gestation: ~40-60 days Clutch Size: ~4-12 eggs Incubation: ~60-75 days
Lifespan	~10-15 years
Temperatures	Basking: 88°F-92°F Ambient Temps: 72°F-°84F
Humidity	40%-60%
Lighting	5%-7% UVB
Size	5-6 1/2 feet
Enclosure Recommendations	Juvenile: 36" x 18" x 18" Sub-Adult: 48" x 24" x 24" Adult: 72" x 24" x 24"
Experience Level	Intermediate to Advanced
Diet	Carnivorous: Whole prey Rats Chicks Quail

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Best Enclosures for Subadult Mexican Lined Gopher Snakes

48" Sliding Door Reptile Vivarium (4x2): 120 Gallon 48x24x24 / Black

Best Lighting Products for Subadult Mexican Lined Gopher Snakes

Arcadia 6% UVB D3 Forest Lighting: LumenIZE® Smart UVB Kit / 48"

Best Heating Products for Subadult Mexican Lined Gopher Snakes

Arcadia Deep Heat Projectors: 80W

Vivarium Electronics Ceramic Dome Reflector: 8"

Best Enclosures for Juvenile Mexican Lined Gopher Snakes

36" Sliding Door Reptile Vivarium (36x18) - 50 Gallon: Black

Best Lighting Products for Juvenile Mexican Lined Gopher Snakes

Arcadia 6% UVB D3 Forest Lighting: LumenIZE® Smart UVB Kit / 36"

Best Heating Products for Juvenile Mexican Lined Gopher Snakes

Arcadia Deep Heat Projectors: 50W

Vivarium Electronics Ceramic Dome Reflector: 5.5"

Native Range

southeastern Mexico, Chiapas highlands, and Guatemala

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Common Mexican Lined Gopher Snake ReptiChip Questions

: The scientific name of the Mexican Lined Gopher Snake is Pituophis lineaticollis.
: The Mexican Lined Gopher Snake is also known as Middle American Gopher Snake, Cincuate Bull Snake, Mexican Lined Pine Snake, Mexican Lined Pine, and Cope's Gopher Snake.
: Mexican Lined Gopher Snakes are native to southeastern Mexico, Chiapas highlands, and Guatemala.
: Adult Mexican Lined Gopher Snakes typically reach 5-6 1/2 feet.
: Mexican Lined Gopher Snakes live about 10-15 years with proper care.
: Recommended temperatures for a Mexican Lined Gopher Snake: Basking: 88°F-92°F and Ambient Temps: 72°F-°84F.
: Mexican Lined Gopher Snakes need 40%-60% humidity.
: Recommended lighting for Mexican Lined Gopher Snakes: 5%-7% UVB.
: Recommended enclosure sizes for a Mexican Lined Gopher Snake: Juvenile: 36" x 18" x 18"; Sub-Adult: 48" x 24" x 24"; Adult: 72" x 24" x 24".
: Mexican Lined Gopher Snakes eat: Carnivorous: Whole prey, Rats, Chicks, Quail.
: Mexican Lined Gopher Snakes are not usually recommended for beginners; they are rated Intermediate to Advanced for keeper experience.
: Mexican Lined Gopher Snakes are diurnal (active during the day).
: Yes. Mexican Lined Gopher Snakes are oviparous, meaning they lay eggs.
: A Mexican Lined Gopher Snake clutch is typically about 4-12 eggs.
: Mexican Lined Gopher Snake eggs typically incubate for about 60-75 days before hatching.
: Recommended substrates for adult Mexican Lined Gopher Snakes: ReptiChip Breeder Blocks and Bundles.
: Recommended enclosures for Mexican Lined Gopher Snakes by age. Juvenile: Vivarium 36" Sliding Door Reptile Terrariums. Sub-adult: Vivarium 48" Sliding Door Reptile Terrariums (4'x2').
: Recommended lighting products for Mexican Lined Gopher Snakes: Arcadia 6% UVB D3 Forest Lighting.
: Recommended heating products for Mexican Lined Gopher Snakes: Arcadia Deep Heat Projectors and Vivarium Electronics Ceramic Dome Reflector.