Thamnophis s. sirtalis

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This is an eastern gartersnake, it is cool because its melanistic. It would have been nicer if it had shed but hey, its still a pretty little snake.

Cheers,

Russ

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and a full body shot of the same snake.

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this is a normal coloured one. They vary greatly in colour.