New Mexico records
Checkered Garter Snake in New Mexico
HarmlessThamnophis marcianus
Yes. The Checkered Garter Snake has been recorded in 21 New Mexico counties. It is non-venomous (harmless). Slender body with three light stripes running the length of a darker back.
New Mexico counties with Checkered Garter Snake records
21 listedSee the full Checkered Garter Snake profile or all snakes in New Mexico.