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Non-venomous
Non-venomous
Eastern Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis sirtalis
- How to spot it
- Three light stripes running down a dark body, often with a checkered pattern between the stripes.
- Where you’ll see it
- Yards, gardens, ditches and the edges of ponds and wetlands.
- What it eats
- Frogs, toads, earthworms and small fish.
- Good to know
- Active by day. If picked up it may release a smelly musk. Non-venomous.
- Often confused with
- Ribbon snakes, which are also non-venomous.
Questions
Is the Eastern Garter Snake venomous?
No. The Eastern Garter Snake is non-venomous. Leave it alone and give it space, and it will move on. If you need it moved, text a photo to (904) 895-7773.
Where is the Eastern Garter Snake found in Florida?
Yards, gardens, ditches and the edges of ponds and wetlands.
Want it moved?
Text a photo and where you are to (904) 895-7773. We will tell you what it is, and help if it needs to move.
