Is there a website or somewhere where I could learn more about garters in my area? Because every one I've ever seen around here have been black snakes, copperheads, and garters that look almost identical to Gopher. (her coloring is a prettier shade than others we've caught in the past though) but basically the same. I see the pics you guys post, and I just really had no idea there were such vibrantly colored garters, they're just considered common snakes around here. I live in western VA, and was just wondering if theres a chance of me ever spotting a distinctly different garter in my area.