Darth, also known as DS, is a common 112-cm (44-inch) corn snake. His glass home was on the first floor of the Bob Harkins branch in the children’s section, where he would recommend books for younger readers about animals that were unpopular because of their looks.

 

Chief Librarian, Allan Wilson says  Darth was rescued from abuse  and brought to the library  in 2006.   Although not necessarily loved by everyone who saw him,  Darth did strike a chord with  some  younger readers,  as he was  often used as a way to break down stereotypes about snakes, and  an inspiration  for  youth to learn more about snakes and other, not so popular creatures.