Nuevo Leon (or Variable) kingsnakes are a desert dwelling kingsnake endemic to Mexico. They are fascinating in their high degree of variation, from milk snake-like, to buckskin, gray, orange, and melanistic. Even two similar adults can produce litters with widely varied offspring. They are a small snake, typically 2 to 3 feet. They are elusive by nature but tame readily with minimal handling, although hatchlings can be quite skittish. While easy enough for novice keepers, their small size especially as hatchlings requires delicate handling that may be difficult for children.