Snakes
Plains Garter Snake
Thamnophis radix
Across the regions where it's common, the Plains Garter Snake peaks from April to October.
Shows up in 5 ecoregions and 8 states
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Snakes
Plains Garter Snake
Thamnophis radix
Description
The plains garter snake (Thamnophis radix) is a species of garter snake native to most of the central United States as far north as Canada and as far south as Texas. The plains garter snake has either an orange or yellow stripe down its back and distinctive black bars on its lip.Wikipedia ↗
Habitat
The plains garter snake is commonly found in meadows and prairies adjacent to water sources, such as marshes, streams, and ponds. The snake ranges across a broad area of North America from as far north as central Alberta to as far south as Northern Texas and New Mexico.Wikipedia ↗
When it's active
Described as "one of the most cold-tolerant snakes", on warmer winter days, it often comes out of hibernation to bask in the sun. Mating normally takes place in April or May and birth takes place between August and October.Wikipedia ↗
When and where it's active
Each row is its own calendar, counted from records in that area. Seasons shift by place.
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About the Plains Garter Snake
When is the Plains Garter Snake most active?
Across the regions where it's common, the Plains Garter Snake peaks from April to October.
Where does the Plains Garter Snake live?
It has enough records to show in 5 ecoregions and 8 states, including Colorado, Illinois, Iowa, and Kansas.