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Definition of mole kingsnake
mole kingsnake
Plural:mole kingsnakes
mole kingsnake Lexical Profile
CEFR
C2
Grade
10
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
North American A secretive, non-venomous constrictor snake native to the southeastern and mid-Atlantic regions of the United States, typically featuring smooth scales, a light brown or gray body with darker spots, and noted for its burrowing habits.
Example
"While surveying the pine forests of North Carolina, the herpetologist carefully lifted a rotting log and uncovered a mole kingsnake hiding in the soft soil."
Word Origin & Etymology
The common name derives from its primarily fossorial (burrowing) lifestyle and its preference for eating moles and other small rodents. It belongs to the 'kingsnake' genus (Lampropeltis), which was originally named for the tendency of these snakes to prey upon other snakes.
Usage Trend
Historical frequency of usage in published text.
180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer
Cite this Entry
Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Mole kingsnake. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 15, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/mole kingsnake