Masticophis schotti
# Masticophis schotti

Masticophis schotti, commonly known as Schott's whip snake, is a species of snake in the family Colubridae.

## Geographic range

The species is found in United States in Texas and in western Mexico. It lives up to an altitude of 2300 meters.

## Subspecies

* Masticophis schotti ruthveni Ortenburger, 1923 – Ruthven's whip snake
* Masticophis schotti schotti Baird & Girard, 1853 – Schott's whip snake

## Etymology

Its species name was given to it in honor of Arthur Schott. The subspecies Masticophis schotti ruthveni is named in honor of Alexander Grant Ruthven.

