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  1. 02-07-2013, 12:52 PM #1
    thamneil
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    Re: Name that Garter!

    I'd be willing to bet that you've got a Florida eastern. Sirtalis, not similis. They have quite a distinct look. Notably, I find that similis have a pointier head than sirtalis. They're usually quite a bit darker as well. Very good looking snake!
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    Re: Name that Garter!

    Quote Originally Posted by thamneil View Post
    I'd be willing to bet that you've got a Florida eastern. Sirtalis, not similis. They have quite a distinct look. Notably, I find that similis have a pointier head than sirtalis. They're usually quite a bit darker as well. Very good looking snake!
    I second what Neil stated.

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