514 - Amazing Garter Snake Facts: Live Birth, Swimming Skills & Winter Secrets Ever seen a baby garter snake up close? In this video, I introduce you to one of nature’s most misunderstood yet fascinating creatures — the black-and-yellow garter snake! These little striped snakes aren’t scary — they’re amazing! Join me, Becky from Lab Rat Academy, as we explore the science and wonder behind one of California’s most common (and cutest) reptiles. Wow! Science is so amazing. Check out what science an

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Paradox? Mosaicism? Chimerism? Any of these terms may explain the unique marking on this wild baby Eastern Garter Snake (Thamnophis sirtalis sirtalis)! This little fella came to us after getting caught in a glue trap, which he thankfully was freed from with little incident! After he was freed, we noticed the dark blue-ish gray marking on his side, which was neither a damaged spot or a bruise! With a closer look, we realized that it was part of the animal's normal skin and scales! It is likely an

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