(Pituophis ruthveni)
Dorsally,the color is buff or lion-like yellow with dark brown blotches and spots that are very similar throughout the body.The marking patterns are visibly different from one end to another.The neck region is "busier",the dark reticulates and blends more with the lighter coloration.Towards midbody,the dark markings become more distinct and contrasting,and continue to be more distinct toward the tail,yet reduced in marking thickness.These markings number 28-42 middorsally.