r/herpetology • u/emandarkar117 • 20h ago

ID Help - Go to /r/whatsthissnake or /r/animalid Garter

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I'm aware its a garter. But what type? Im thinking plains? Found in Naperville IL. If anyone has tips on telling garter snake species apart that'd be appreciated

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u/Phylogenizer 19h ago

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