#StateSnake
The latest golden symbol of #California was announced in 2025, the #Thamnophisgigas or #GiantGarterSnake as the #StateSnake. The snake is endemic to #CA's #CentralValley and is the largest species of #gartersnake. #americana #wa #californication #architecture #colorphotography #bwphotography
September 20, 2026 at 4:38 PM
“California is a global biodiversity hotspot, with both the highest total number of species and the highest number of endemic species in the United States – including our new state shrub and snake.” @governor.ca.gov
#StateSnake #SaveTheSnakes #CaliforniaProud
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Garter Snake and Manzanita Join California's List of State Symbols
California's giant garter snake and bigberry manzanita are now state symbols, emphasizing their ecological significance and conservation needs.
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October 11, 2025 at 12:18 AM