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Northern Water Snake

Nerodia sipedon

Photo by Christine Y.
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Field Notes

Description:

This snake was 3-4 feet long. Its dorsum was strongly keeled and was a dark grayish color. It had a pattern of reddish brown bands on its venter.

Habitat:

Resting on the side of a pond near a mixed forest.

Notes:

This snake is currently secure in Connecticut, but many are killed each year as they are mistaken for venomous snakes.

Reference Links:

Northern water snake - Wikipedia

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