Species Detail
Garter Snake
Snakes

Garter Snake

Thamnophis sirtalis

Habitat

Fields, gardens, marshes, and woodland edges

Range

North America

Adult Size

2-4 ft (0.6-1.2 m)

Diet

Earthworms, amphibians, fish

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Conservation status:Least Concern

Seasonal Feeding Schedule

Feeding guidance aligned to the species' native seasons โ€” origin: Northern Hemisphere.

Months shown for the Northern Hemisphere โ€” matches native range.

Spring
Mar โ€“ May

Feed every 7 days after brumation

Summer
Jun โ€“ Aug

Feed every 5-7 days

Autumn
Sep โ€“ Nov

Reduce to every 10 days

Winter
Dec โ€“ Feb

Brumation; feeding pauses