Hitchhiker

A common garter snake, Thnmonphis sirtalis,
with a hitchhiking ladybug, Hippodamia convergens,
on its nose. This photo was taken in northeastern North Dakota.

Image: Justawriter.

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Perhaps the garter snake is carrying a lunch.
I'm nearly certain I've seen garter snakes eat ladybugs.