Shorthead Garter Snake
(Thamnophis brachystoma)
The Shorthead garter Snake is usually about 18 inches in length. The body is light gray or brown with a central light yellow-green dorsal stripe. which fades as it approaches the tail. Usually three dark longitudinal stripes can be found on the sides as well.
Mating usually begins with these live-bearers in early spring right after hibernation with young being born in August.
Shorthead Garter Snakes can usually be found in grasslands and meadows close to bodies of water. They can be found feeding on earthworms, frogs, toads and salamanders. Occasionally they can be found feeding on fish as well.