Quote Originally Posted by ConcinnusMan View Post
Yes, apparently at least on amphibians, it has a calming sedative effect. Naturally, it's struggling amphibians that are going to get a good dose as the snake "chews" and the amphibian struggles. After a brief struggle, they just seem to give up and calm down as they're being swallowed alive. Partially due to the garter "venom".
You guys need to read this: http://vipersgarden.at/PDF_files/PDF-2306.pdf
The venom of garters is much more complex than you all are giving it credit for as a mild "calming sedative."

-Thomas