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Garter Snake

Garter snakes are snake commonly found in North America. While at one time they were considered non-venomous, it is now known that they have small venom glands in the rear of their mouth. There venom is usually non-toxic. The Garter Snake is also the state reptile of Massachusetts. This category is for questions about Garter Snakes and their behavior, environment, classification, etc.

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How do you get rid of garter snakes?

capture the ones you see and move them where youi want and to capture them get like a broom and try to get them in s bucket.

Can a garter snake live if ran over?

if its a small car on wet grass - theres always a chance

Do garter snakes have heat vision?

No. Technically no snake has heat vision. However, pit vipers and some pythons have heat sensing pits. This is not a form of vision so much as an entirely new sense. Garter snakes do not have this.

What is the scientific name for a garter snake?

The common garter snake (Thamnophis sirtalis) is native to North America

What animal eats garter snake?

sounds fake but it isn't

were to start ok..

largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, bullfrogs, American toads, pigs-farm and wild, eagle , hawk, racoons, other snakes, virginina opossum, snapping turtles, skunk

praying mantis, bears, wolfs coyotes cats & dogs of any kind

any fish that a snake can fit to its mouth

even eastern chimpmunks

Is a garter snake a decomposer?

No. Garter snakes are predators as are all snakes.

Can garter snakes eat baby bunnies?

No, bunnies are much too large for the average garter snake to swallow.

Are garter snakes legal in the UK?

Absolutely. Garter snakes are a common choice for new herpetologists - due to their calm nature, and relatively simple living needs. They don't require any special licensing - and are available from most reptile shops. Remember, though - if you're not familiar with their upkeep - do some research before you buy one. It's no good getting a reptile - without prior knowledge of how to take care of it.

Are snakes predator?

no not all snakes are predators because they have enemies to.

no actually it is a predator to stuff like mice and other rodents. it is prey to whatever eats it.

Where do you find garter snakes in ny?

Most likely in a garden or long grass or a wet...swampy area

Do red-belly snakes and garter snake get along with each other or will they eat each other?

Garter snakes eat other snakes. If the other snake is small enough for the garter snake to fit into its mouth, it will eat it. You should not put two different snakes together in any case - reptiles are not social animals, and do not enjoy being in the same cage with each other.

Can your garter snake eat pinkies?

Yes, if the snake is over 1.5 foot pinkies will do nicely IF the snake will take them. You'll need to test that before you buy a bunch and end up disappointed. Garter snakes are fairly picky about eating dead food. You might find that the snake will prefer live fuzzies.

Don't leave live, unconsumed fuzzies in with the snake because they will bite the snake.

Where do garter snakes hide in hot weather?

As with most cold-blooded reptiles, garter snakes like hot weather, as it is the only way for them to stay warm. However, if the temperature becomes too hot for them, they can hide under leaves or rocks, in caves, empty mouse tunnels or other creatures' dens, and anywhere else there might be some shade.

What is the total number of bones in a snake?

The total number of bones depends entirely on the type and size of the snake.

In general, snakes have sectioned vertebrae (backbones) with ball and socket joints between sections of vertebrae that allow for curving motion. They also have anywhere from one to 145 pairs of ribs attached to the vertebrae, and a skull with a hinged jaw.

Do garter snakes live in water sand or grass?

They can go into the water but they live on land. They burrow into the ground, they do swim and you can find them in the sand or grass and in trees, on fences and vines, under rocks, boards, etc.

Do garter snakes regenerate?

No more than you or I can. A snake can heal a simple cut on the skin but cannot regrow lost body parts.

Do garter snakes live in Colombia?

No, garter snakes are found only in North America.

How long do gardener snakes grow to be?

Depending on the species, garter snakes can grow to around 48 inches long.

Where can one purchase a plus sized garter?

You can get a plus sized garter from a number of places. You can try your local underwear store, or department store, such as Sears. If they do not stock one, the best place to find it would be Amazon or eBay.

Where is the best place to buy a garter snake?

The best that I have got a snake would have to be red hot reptiles I first got my python from them it was cb 10 2 year's later and I now have 8 snakes from the red hot reptile's team 2pythons 3king snakes 2corn snakes and 1rat snake. They are online, twitter and blackberry

What does the skin pattern of a garter snake reflect?

the pattern most likely reflect differences in the snakes' habitat.

Can wasp spray kill a garter snake?

Yes. Wasp spray can kill an elephant if you have enough cans.

When are garter snakes active summer or fall?

They are more active in the summer months - when the temperature is at its highest.