What kind of snake is this? [Archive] - sSNAKESs : Reptile Forum

mez

07-18-12, 10:05 AM

HI all -

Found this little guy in the back yard of my new house. Anyone know what kind of snake it is and if its dangerous?

infernalis

07-18-12, 10:14 AM

Common Thamnophis Sirtalis Sirtalis.... a garter snake.

Perfectly harmless.

StudentoReptile

07-18-12, 10:50 AM

Yep. Garter snake.

Only dangerous to small amphibians, lizards, fish & invertebrates. Completely harmless to humans.