Common Garter Snake

Common Garter Snake ~ Thamnophis sirtalis

Adult body length: 18 -26 inches; 36 inches, maximum

Body length at birth: 5 – 9 inches

Breeding period: March – May

Young per year: 7 – 85 live young

Life expectancy: maximum 10 years

Typical foods: frogs, toads, salamanders, earthworms, minnows and mice

The Common Garter, also called the Eastern Garter Snake, is

a non-venomous snake.They are know to be aggressive when

threatened by humans but I find them to be somewhat gentle.

These snakes are common and can be found in backyards, in 

gardens, or pools. Common Garter Snakes are great swimmers

and climbers. They are very beneficial killing mice, slugs, and other

pest. Please don’t kill or hurt these snakes for they are harmless.

 

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