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Flickr/LOLren Name: Garter Snake Personality: These small snakes are calm and docile. Care: This is a fairly low-maintenance snake. Because they're small, they don't require a huge tank (one about twice the snake's length should do), and in fact, a tank that's too large can make the snake feel exposed, according to gartersnake.info. While there should be water available, the tank should not be too wet. Make sure to provide areas for the snake to hide as well, and keep the tank a little warmer than the air temperature. Unless your garter snake eats mice, you'll need to provide a varied diet of earthworms, feeder guppies and platies. Common Health Issues: Intestinal parasites are a common ...