*Question* Which type of garter stands out the most color wise ?

**GarterGuy17** · 12-30-2011, 01:47 PM

I was just wondering if there was one type of garter that just surpasses all other in color ? because it would be very interesting to find out if due to some conditions they have the color or maybe a different pattern then most. any opinions on garters you have encountered ?

**EasternGirl** · 12-30-2011, 02:00 PM

There are...but you may want to consider temperament too. For example, the California red-sided or San Francisco garters are gorgeous, but they are known for being quite aggressive garters. Northwesterns, radix, and easterns are all quite friendly. There is an eastern flame that is gorgeous...and checkereds are nice...there are albino checkereds that are pretty. There are many morphs out there but they get pricey. I think most would agree you would want a friendly snake for your first...if you are looking for one that is a pet and easy to handle. If you do not plan on handling your snake much...temperament will not matter as much.

**RedSidedSPR** · 12-30-2011, 02:02 PM

There's not really one species that stands out the most... There are 75 species of garters (something like that) lots of them colorful. Then there's the morphs like flames that stand out. But I couldn't name one.

Here's my baby flame. He'll get even redder as he matures. Definitely stands out as one of the more brighter, colorful snakes...

Then there's species that are blue where he is red.

Even my red spotted is colorful.

Then there's the CA red sided (infernalis) that is even more impressive.

Here's Scott Felzer's website. Check out all the morphs he has.

Scott Felzer's Garter Snakes, specializing in aberrant garters

**EasternGirl** · 12-30-2011, 02:05 PM

Yes I love the red and blue flames...gorgeous! But Jesse...you agree that he shouldn't get a California or San Fran for his first snake...if he wants a snake he can handle? They are pretty aggressive... I know you love that Wayne...but I think you would agree too.

**PINJOHN** · 12-30-2011, 02:10 PM

He lives in New York so a san fran is not an option

**GarterGuy17** · 12-30-2011, 02:14 PM

I know its not for my first snake it was just a though trying to expand my knowledge of garters. The blue and red are both gorgeous snakes something to keep in mind after I have some time with snakes. Hopefully start a little collection one day

**RedSidedSPR** · 12-30-2011, 02:14 PM

Originally Posted by EasternGirl

Yes I love the red and blue flames...gorgeous! But Jesse...you agree that he shouldn't get a California or San Fran for his first snake...if he wants a snake he can handle? They are pretty aggressive... I know you love that Wayne...but I think you would agree too.

San frans are illegal where he is, and anywhere in the US. But as much as I love infernalis behavior, yes, I agree it's not a good first snake.

**RedSidedSPR** · 12-30-2011, 02:15 PM

Originally Posted by GarterGuy17

I know its not for my first snake it was just a though trying to expand my knowledge of garters. The blue and red are both gorgeous snakes something to keep in mind after I have some time with snakes. Hopefully start a little collection one day

You can't stop at one garter snake. They're like chocolate. Can't have just one.

**EasternGirl** · 12-30-2011, 02:28 PM

Oh right...I forgot about San Frans being protected. And yes, Jesse is right...you have entered the world of garter snake addiction John....you will have more than one...muaaahahahaaa!!!

**GarterGuy17** · 12-30-2011, 02:33 PM

Sounds like i'm being recruited into a secret society or snake mafia of some sort , Oh well it cant he helped

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