Q:
How Many Eggs Does a Garter Snake Lay?
A:
Quick Answer
Unlike most other snakes, the garter snake doesn't lay eggs. It gives birth to live young. Over 50 can be born at one time, measuring in length from 5 to 9 inches.
Continue ReadingFull Answer
The mating period of garter snakes is from late March to early May. Garter snakes hibernate in winter, using large rocks or burrows of other mammals as cover. Lacking the climbing skills of other snakes, garter snakes spend their time on the ground or in shrubs and other plants. Birds, raccoons, bullfrogs and other snakes are common predators of the garter snake. When attacked, the garter snake releases a foul odor and is capable of biting.
Learn more about SnakesRelated Questions
-
Q:
How Do Garter Snakes Protect Themselves?
A: Garter snakes can release a bad-smelling secretion from a gland near the cloaca when attacked. They can bite but are more likely to hide their heads and fl... Full Answer >Filed Under: -
Q:
Do Garter Snakes Bite?
A: Garter snakes do bite people if provoked, but the bite is considered harmless, as they are non-venomous. The snakes have small teeth that can penetrate the... Full Answer >Filed Under: -
Q:
How Do You Get Rid of Garter Snakes?
A: If snakes are living in an area, it is because they are finding food, shelter and water there, says Snake Removal. The easiest way to get rid of snakes is ... Full Answer >Filed Under: -
Q:
What Do Garter Snakes Eat?
A: Garter snakes are carnivorous and prey upon insects, slugs, worms, lizards, amphibians, rodents and sometimes fish. Certain species of garter snake, such a... Full Answer >Filed Under:
