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checkered Garter snake

Thamnophis marcianus

Photo by 20irighter
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39.3077, -76.6152

Field Notes

Description:

long, thin, and pokey. he had a pink tongue which he flicked constantly. he had a checkered pattern down his back.

Habitat:

these noodle bois live all over america. they need to be near water though and are typically found near wet grassy areas such as gardens.

Notes:

super friendly, super curious. these noodle didn't mind being picked up at all, i mean he slither around my hand a lot but he didn't bite me and thats the most affection you can get from a snake i guess. super cute 13/10

Species ID Suggestions

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Tukup
The checkered Garter Snake is endemic to the southwestern United States, Mexico, and Central America, meaning it's not found outside those areas. There are 2 garter snakes found in Maryland. You can read about them and decide which you saw here: https://dnr.maryland.gov/wildlife/Pages/plants_wildlife/herps/Fieldguide_OrderSquamata.aspx.
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PublishedMay 10, 2019

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