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Garter Snakes - Facts for Kids

A garter snake coiled on a rough, light-colored surface with small stones. The slender snake has keeled scales and a pattern of longitudinal stripes, including a prominent light stripe down its back and lighter stripes along its sides on a darker background.

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Facts About Garter Snakes For Kids

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Garter snakes belong to the genus Thamnophis, which comes from Greek words meaning “bush” and “snake,” perfectly describing how they like to hide in bushy areas!

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