I've been a long-time lover of snakes and have now decided I need to get some herps in my life :-) A friend sent me a photo of a California Red-Sided Garter and I think it's the most beautiful thing I've ever seen!!! I'd appreciate any insight into these beauties, details on care and feeding including any complications so I can decide if I'd be able to provide the best home. I've been raising and showing Maine Coon Cats for about 16 years, so am quite familiar with the intricacies of care-giving and husbandry - not that I have any plans for breeding garters at this point, but it's a possibility I don't preclude. Thanks everyone - looking forward to some educating!
Susan