South Dakota records
Common Garter Snake in South Dakota
HarmlessThamnophis sirtalis

Yes. The Common Garter Snake has been recorded in 35 South Dakota counties. It is non-venomous (harmless). Slender body with three light stripes running the length of a darker back.
South Dakota counties with Common Garter Snake records
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