About Garter Snake
Semi-aquatic snake, spending most of its time near waterCarnivorous, eating a variety of small animals, including fish, frogs, and insectsKnown for its distinctive stripes and ability to release a foul-smelling secretion when threatened
Size
45 - 100 cm
Weight
10 - 150 g
Lifespan
up to 10-15 years
Diet
Carnivorous, eating a variety of small animals, including fish, frogs, and insects
Conservation Status
Status
Least Concern
Population Trend
stable
Threats
- Habitat loss and fragmentation
- Pollution
- Human persecution
Additional Notes
The Garter Snake is a widespread and relatively common species, but its population is declining in some parts of its range due to habitat loss and fragmentation, pollution, and human persecution.
Distribution
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United States
North America • United States
Southern Canada
North America • Canada
The Garter Snake is a widely distributed species, found in a variety of habitats, including wetlands, forests, and grasslands, in North America.