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Sheppard Software

Sheppard Software: Garter Snakes

For Students 3rd - 8th
This site gives an in-depth description of a garter snake, including its behavior, appearance, reproduction, and classification. The site includes photos and illustrations and an interactive quiz to test your understanding.
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Canadian Wildlife Federation

Hinterland Who's Who: Western Garter Snake

For Students 9th - 10th
Get the facts about the western garter snake. Besides finding a detailed description of second most common snake, you'll also learn about some of its unique facts and characteristics. Also included in this Amphibian and Reptile Fact...
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Royal Canadian Geographical Society

Canadian Geographic: Animal Facts: Common Garter Snake

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn fast facts, the physiology, habitats, behaviors and range of the common garter snake.
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Regents of the University of Michigan

Animal Diversity Web: Butler's Garter Snake

For Students 9th - 10th
A detailed overview of the Butler's garter snake's characteristics, physical features, behavior, and habitat. Included are photos and classification information.
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Canadian Museum of Nature

Canadian Museum of Nature: Garter Snake

For Students 3rd - 8th
Did you know that the common garter snake can be found in every province in Canada, except Newfoundland? This is just one of the interesting facts presented along with eight close up photographs.
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Other

Anapsid: Garter Snakes

For Students 9th - 10th
A detailed summary of Garter Snakes including natural history, hibernation, reproduction, predation, housing, feeding, handling, medical problems, and resources.