Milksnake
(Lampropeltis triangulum)
Milksnake
In Montana, the
milk-snake is found
east of the Continental
Divide throughout
much of the prairie
regions, although more
observations have been reported in southeast
Montana. Little specifi c information
is available on habitat preferences.
Conservation concerns include: poorly
understood distribution, status, and
biology; and declining numbers due to
the pet trade industry.
Conservation strategies include:
considering management
plan for
the milksnake or including
it in another
comprehensive taxonomic plan; targeting
surveys (specifi c to the milksnake) in suitable
habitat to continue determining its range
in Montana; and increasing education and
information on reptile biology and awareness of
the importance of den and nest sites.
