Name: Flame
Species: Honduran Milk Snake (Lampropeltis triangulum hondurensis)
Hired: 1998 (and still slithering strong!)
About Me:
I might look fiery, but I’m all charm and no venom. I hail from the tropical forests of Honduras, Nicaragua, and Costa Rica—think warm breezes, leafy hideouts, and plenty of snacks scurrying by. These days, I call Riverbend home, where I enjoy the good life (and regular meals of mice).
Fun (and Slightly Spicy) Facts:
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I’m a world-class constrictor—no venom needed when you’ve got moves like these.
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My favorite meal? Other snakes. Yep, I’m a bit of a cannibal. Don’t judge.
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My vibrant red, black, and yellow stripes make me a coral snake lookalike—but remember: red on black, friend of Jack!
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I’ve outlived my wild cousins—average lifespan 15–20 years—and I’m still looking fabulous at 27.
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I’m part of the colubrid family, the biggest snake family in the world (because of course I am).
Favorite Hideout:
Under a cozy log or stump—preferably somewhere humid and dramatic.
Claim to Fame:
One of the most popular and colorful milk snake varieties around. Basically, the supermodel of the serpent world.
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