What Kind of Snake Is This?

xyz

May 1, 20160 found this helpful

It actually looks a bit like a female garter snake laying eggs.

Kellykkd

May 2, 20160 found this helpful

Thank you so much! I thought it was a garter snake, but the head threw me off.

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Janet
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May 1, 20161 found this helpful

Pointed head = poisonous.

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May 3, 20161 found this helpful

Eastern Garter Snake-the head appears different ("pointed") because the snake is frightened, rears back, widens its head, etc., to appear more threatening (certainly works for me!). It will bite but is not venomous and the teeth are all one size, no fangs. From my husband the biologist.

Kellykkd

May 4, 20160 found this helpful

Thank you so much! I'm glad I asked. Tell you husband thank you for me.
Best,
Kelly

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