King snakes are a species of non-venomous snake in the genus Lampropeltis. They are found mainly in North and Central America, as well as parts of South America. These snakes can be identified by their distinctive black, white, and red bands that cover their bodies. King snakes have a wide variety of habitats that they live in, including deserts, forests, swamps, grasslands and suburbs. They typically eat small rodents, lizards, birds and insects. King snakes are also known for their impressive strength and ability to constrict their prey. Due to their adaptability and aggression towards predators they have become one of the most popular pet snake species. The Louisiana king snake is a non-venomous species of king snake commonly kept as a pet.