Is this a Garter Snake?

Maximus · 02-23-20, 05:22 PM

Hello, I recently moved to a new house on a lake. I sat my Tractor tire firepit ontop of an old tree stump that had been used for a fire pit at one time. Later this evening I found this little guy in the ground near the pit. I figured it had warmed up the ground enough for him to come out. Was wondering what type he was, I thought maybe a garter or king snake, but not for certain. Any help would be appreciated, thanks.

Also, I live in Central Louisiana.

**EL Ziggy** · 02-24-20, 01:34 PM

Looks like a kingsnake to me.

dangernoodles · 02-24-20, 05:00 PM

That´s a common kingsnake.

ClockwerkBonnet · 02-24-20, 05:20 PM

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Originally Posted by dangernoodles

That´s a common kingsnake.

Yep. Either that or a speckled king.

Bandit · 02-25-20, 10:57 AM

Welcome neighbor! I’m in Louisiana as well. It’s a Speckled King Snake. Excellent to have around and I’m sure you’ll be seeing your fair share of them over time.