Two snakes appeared to be mating. Thought they were rattlesnakes from a distance, but upon further review fairly certain they were gopher snakes.
May 1st, 2024 at 5:15pm
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Manila Community Park
Unknown, alive
Sunny day, about 45 degrees
At Manila Community Park, in the grass in an open clearing. In was sunny but not very warm. Not any type of aggressive behavior, tried to get away but my friend was able to catch it. Sex is known, due to markings I believe it Is an adult.