How exactly does that work? note after two weeks of dreadfully unsuccessful attempts at trapping and herping I've come to the conclusion that my state reptile is endangered where I live... I suspect the increase in birds to be responsible.

Therefor I wish to purchase one... I pmed one of the people in the classified section but I'm a total novice at this and I was wondering exactly how it all works. How does one precipitate a transaction for snakes and arrange to have them shipped? What should I know ahead of time in attempting it? And can I be sure the snake won't be dead or sickly on arrival?

Also what is the normal price range for a young common or eastern female garter that is not albino and has no special coloring? I'm guessing between 20 and 30. Or at least that's what I've seen so far.