The Plains Garter Snake is a common snake of the central U.S. with an orange or red mid-dorsal stripe. It is found in a wide range of habitats and is one of the most cold-tolerant garter snakes, remaining active late into fall.
Habitat
Prairies, agricultural land, and wetland edges
Diet
Earthworms, frogs, and small fish
How common
Common
Best time to see a Plains Garter Snake
The best time to see a Plains Garter Snake is April–July, when about 69% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 6,851 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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