I don't kill snakes unless I know they are poisonous...and I'm
assuming this one is not. He was in my butterfly garden, but I
must say it wasn't until Pbase and photo a day that I was crazy
enough to get right on top of one and take a photo! Remember, I
have no lenses, just my little Coolpix. I sent a copy to my Grandson
hoping he can identify this guy and tell me he is harmless because
he took off going West shortly after this photo. Had a pretty little
red tongue that he kept sticking out, but I didn't catch that.
I think I'd prefer butterflies or ducks, or something else. LOL

Just heard from Hugh, he thinks it is a garter snake, but isn't sure
so said "Don't pet it!" Don't worry, Hugh, I won't.