Two-striped garter snake
A species of Garter snakes Scientific name : Thamnophis hammondii Genus : Garter snakes
Two-striped garter snake, A species of Garter snakes
Scientific name: Thamnophis hammondii
Genus: Garter snakes
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Description
The two-striped garter snake (Thamnophis hammondii ) is a species of aquatic garter snake, which is endemic to western North America.
General Info
Lifespan
10-15 years
Diet
Two-striped garter snake's diet primarily consists of aquatic and terrestrial invertebrates. This species frequently feeds on amphibian larvae but also shows a preference for earthworms, slugs, and occasionally, small fish.
Appearance
Two-striped garter snake is a slender-bodied snake reaching up to 66 cm long. It possesses a glossy, smooth skin, with predominant colors ranging from brown to black. It is marked by lighter colored bands across its length and a distinct yellowish underbelly. The coloration varies slightly with age, with older snakes having darker pigmentation. No notable differences are observed between genders or subspecies.
Behavior
Two-striped garter snake displays diurnal behavior, often seen foraging in the daylight hours for its primarily aquatic prey. This solitary species is notable for its unusual courtship behavior consisting of tactile and chemical stimulation. Its preferred habitat includes rocky or muddy areas near freshwater bodies.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Natricinae Genus
Garter snakes Species
Two-striped garter snake 
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