Genus: Thamnophis

Scales: Keeled

Anal Plate: Single

The Checkered Garter Snake is found from Central to West Texas. Like other species of Garter Snakes, they are associated with areas close to water. They eat a range of animals, such as earthworms, fish, frogs, salamanders, and small rodents. Like all Garter Snakes, they give birth to live young.

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