Subphylum Vertebrata Scientific name Thamnophis ordinoides | Phylum Chordata Class Reptilia Suborder Serpentes Rank Species | |
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Similar Western terrestrial garter sn, Aquatic garter snake, Plains Garter Snake, Sharp‑tailed snake, Western aquatic garter sn | ||
Northwestern garter snake giving birth 2010
The northwestern garter snake (Thamnophis ordinoides) is a species of colubrid snake endemic to North America.
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Albino northwestern garter snake
Geographic range
In the United States it is found in Oregon, Washington, and California; in Canada it is found in British Columbia.
Description
The northwestern garter snake is small, with adults averaging around 36–53 cm (14–21 in) in total length. It is one of the most variable species of snakes in the world.
Habitat
Thamnophis ordinoides is most commonly found on the edge of meadows, surrounded by forest, as some sunshine is needed for their survival. They can also be found under stumps when it is too hot out.
References
Northwestern garter snake Wikipedia(Text) CC BY-SA