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Common Gartersnake
Thamnophis sirtalis
43.0986, -79.2169
Field Notes
Description:
Extremly variable across Canada; colour tends to be dark; 3 yellow strips down back and sides; side stripes limited to second and third scale rows. Length 85cm -1m (33-39"). Eats frogs, toads, salamanders, small fishes, mice and earthworms.
Habitat:
Forests, fields and urban areas; most commonly near wetlands.
Notes:
Breeds usually in spring, but occasionally in fall; female gives birth to 10-30 live young around June; young measure 13-23cm (5-9"); young reach sexual maturity in 2-3 years.
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedNovember 2, 2011
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