Garter Snake Animal Pictures
Thamnophis sirtalis
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All garter snakes have keeled scales, which means they have a ridge down the center.
There are many color variations of garter snakes, but they all have three light stripes that run the length of their body.
Garter snake
Valley Garter Snake - Thamnophis sirtalis fitchi
Valley garter snakes have larger eyes and smallish heads.
Head shot of a garter snake flicking its tongue
The garter snake has a red tongue with a black tip.
Common garter snake displaying its fangs
Garter snake venom is harmless to humans but it effectively subdues its prey.
