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Garter Snake - Photo 1

A common garter snake slithering in grass

All garter snakes have keeled scales, which means they have a ridge down the center.

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There are many color variations of garter snakes, but they all have three light stripes that run the length of their body.

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Garter snake

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Valley Garter Snake - Thamnophis sirtalis fitchi

garter snake slithering on rocks

Valley garter snakes have larger eyes and smallish heads.

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Head shot of a garter snake flicking its tongue

Head shot of a garter snake flicking its tongue

The garter snake has a red tongue with a black tip.

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Common garter snake displaying its fangs

Common garter snake displaying its fangs

Garter snake venom is harmless to humans but it effectively subdues its prey.

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