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Chihuahuan Hook-nosed Snake
Gyalopion canum
Across the regions where it's common, the Chihuahuan Hook-nosed Snake peaks from May to August.
Shows up in 1 ecoregion and 1 state
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Snakes
Chihuahuan Hook-nosed Snake
Gyalopion canum
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Description
Gyalopion canum, commonly known as the Western hooknose snake, is a species of small colubrid snake endemic to the deserts of the United States and Mexico. The Western hooknose snake is a small species, growing to 36.5 cm (14+3⁄8 in) in total length (including tail).Wikipedia ↗
Habitat
G. canum is found in the United States, from western Texas to southeastern Arizona, and into northern and central Mexico. It is sometimes referred to as the Chihuahuan hook-nosed snake because it is commonly found in the Chihuahuan Desert.Wikipedia ↗
When it's active
G. canum is a nocturnal burrower, most often found under rocks. Sexually mature females may lay up to 5 eggs in June.Wikipedia ↗
When and where it's active
Each row is its own calendar, counted from records in that area. Seasons shift by place.
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When is the Chihuahuan Hook-nosed Snake most active?
Across the regions where it's common, the Chihuahuan Hook-nosed Snake peaks from May to August.
Where does the Chihuahuan Hook-nosed Snake live?
It has enough records to show in 1 ecoregions and 1 states, including Texas.