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Smooth Green Snake

Opheodrys vernalis

Photo by bio10226
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Field Notes

Description:

Smooth green snakes are entirely bright green on their upper surfaces, allowing them to camouflage well in their grassy habitats. Occasionally smooth green snakes can be brown or tan in coloration. Their length ranges from 30 to 66 cm. Smooth Green snakes are not venomous.

Habitat:

These snakes are usually found in moist, grassy areas.

Notes:

Taken by Christina Huger on 30 Sept 2013 at 8pm in Hampton, VA.

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PublishedOctober 1, 2013

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