Supposedly Gadwalls are pretty popular all throughout Colorado, year round. But I only see them on rare occasions. They like the colder weather and temperatures, so when the mercury drops, they tend to stop by and say hi. They are cousins to the Mallards, but not nearly as colorful.
I just love all the wildlife variety we have here on our lakes. Although I can easily NOT see the unwelcomed guests like the one I saw in my garage yesterday, and I would be very happy. http://A VERY Unwelcomed Guest
A Jeanne in the Kitchen 
Did Larry get rid of the snake? Hope he found him and your able to return to the garage!
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No. When he came home and when he left this morning he said he didn’t see it. I haven’t been back in my garage yet.
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Do you know if the snake you saw is poisonous?
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I think it is a garter snake. They’re not poisonous, but they are still snakes, and I HATE SNAKES!
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Lovely photos if your feathered friends
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Thank you. 🙂
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Love your reflection photos.
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Thank you. 🙂
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