Northwestern Garter Snake (Thamnophis Ordinoides): Description, Habitat, And Behavior
The Northwestern garter snake, scientifically named Thamnophis ordinoides, is a small to medium-sized snake native to western North America. It is a non-venomous species with a distinctive pattern of alternating dark and light stripes running along its body. These snakes inhabit various habitats, including moist forests, grasslands, and near water bodies. They are primarily carnivorous, feeding on amphibians, fish, and small mammals. During the breeding season, females lay clutches of 5-20 eggs, which hatch after an incubation period of approximately two months.
