Your garter will eat fish, pinkies and worms. They like hides, water bowls and the top of the enclosure best. They love to see your face and wonder what you are about. They crave activity and do best in a central location, not hidden from the normal "traffic". They come in all colors and are the most beautiful snakes to keep; IMHO. They love to explore and hang with you and are easy to take care of. Please ask any of the keepers here, they will always give you their opinions and their best snake keeping advice. Best site ever!