Garter snakes

Garter snakes are found in almost every state in North America and can survive in pretty much any habitat. That being said, they prefer watery environments and, for this reason, are most often found living alongside bodies of water, like lakes or dams. This is also where garter snakes find most of their meals. While …

Garter snakes are one of the most known snakes in this world. Though they love to hide among the rocks near a water source, they also can’t get enough of basking in the sunshine. You’ve likely seen a garter snake near your home, lying on warm pavement or in the middle of a well-worn trail, …

There are many species of snakes classified under the umbrella term “garter snakes”, but the most popular species of pet garter snake is the Eastern garter snake (Thamnophis sirtalis sirtalis), which is a subspecies of the common garter snake (Thamnophis sirtalis). Many garter snakes have similar diets. They eat a variety of small fish, worms, …