Honduran Milksnake Lampropeitis triangulum hondurensis
Habitat
The Honduran milkshake can be found in low to medium elevations of tropical areas
Diet in the wild
Small mammals, birds, eggs and other snakes
Diet at the Zoo
Mice
Fascinating Facts
- Can live up to 20 years
- Protects itself from predators with its bright, poisonous-looking color
- Name comes from the myth that they drank cow's milk because they're commonly found in barns while actually searching for rodents
