On a log, I'm easily concealed
My color can vary
My skin isn't hairy
But I do have scales that are keeled*.
*Keeled means that the scales have a raised ridge, similar to the keel of a ship.
Sources: https://www.nps.gov/articles/000/common-garter-snake.htm
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