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Garter Snake

Thamnophis elegans

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Field Notes

Description:

Our garter snake in the PNW has just a fine line of red down its side. They love to bask in the sun on the trails at one of my favourite parks - Minnekhada.

Notes:

Although some races are endangered, the garter snake is one of the most common snakes in North America.

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PublishedOctober 22, 2011

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