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*[http://www.californiaherps.com/snakes/pages/t.ordinoides.html California Herps] |
* Photo galleries and species account at [http://www.californiaherps.com/snakes/pages/t.ordinoides.html California Herps] |
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| Species: | T. ordinoides
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The northwestern garter snake, Thamnophis ordinoides, is a species of colubrid snake endemic to North America.
Geographic range
In the United States it is found in Oregon, Washington, and California; in Canada it is found in British Columbia.
Description
The northwestern garter snake is small, with adults averaging around 36-53 cm (14-21 inches) in total length. It is one of the most variable species of snakes in the world, however, no subspecies are recognized.
Habitat
Thamnophis ordinoides is most commonly found on the edge of meadows, surrounded by forest, as some sunshine is needed for their survival.
External links
- Photo galleries and species account at California Herps
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