Rings extending around entire body. Many times the red rings and black rings pale or disappear ventrally. Rocky upland areas of the Mexican Plateau . In the wild these animals are known to feed on a variety of lizards and rodents. In captivity these animals fair very well on a diet of lab.
Juveniles sometime require new born pink mice scented with lizards.
They tend to be very aggressive feeders once started well. This is a species that does well in captivity. It is very secretive and requires a hiding box at all times. Somewhat reclusive in nature and the juveniles tend to be flighty. They are extremely beautiful snakes that are within reach of the average collector and receives a five star rating from most that keep it.