Common garter snake - Thamnophis sirtalis

• 16-28 inches total length
• Found in marshes, meadows, and woodlands
• Prefers moist vegetation
• Active during day
• Feed on frogs and earthworms

Interesting fact:

• Along with biting, garter snakes discourage potential predators by defecating a mixture containing a very smelly musk and attempting to smear the stinky stuff all over their captors.