Eastern Garter Snake

Slender snake usually has three light dorsal stripes with a double row of dark spots between the stripes. Coloration is highly variable.

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Common Name

Eastern Garter Snake

Comments

A good swimmer, it is often found near water where it feeds on amphibians, small fish and invertebrates.

Scientific Name

Thamnophis sirtalis sirtalis

Habitat

Near water in meadows, farmlands and valleys.

Size

To 4 ft. (1.2 m)