Grass snake
A species of Grass snakes, Also known as Water snake, Colkhis water snake Scientific name : Natrix natrix Genus : Grass snakes
Grass snake, A species of Grass snakes
Also known as:
Water snake, Colkhis water snake
Scientific name: Natrix natrix
Genus: Grass snakes
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Description
The grass snake (Natrix natrix), sometimes called the ringed snake or water snake, is a Eurasian non-venomous snake. It is often found near water and feeds almost exclusively on amphibians. The barred grass snake, Natrix helvetica, was split off as a separate species in 2017.
General Info
Lifespan
9-15 years
Diet
Grass snake's diet mainly consists of amphibians, particularly frogs and newts. It also occasionally preys upon fish, small mammals, and invertebrates, exhibiting opportunistic feeding patterns.
Appearance
Grass snake is a medium-sized snake with a slender, elongated body covered in smooth scales. Its base color ranges from grey to olive-green, with black or dark brown crossbands. It often displays a distinct yellow or white collar behind its head. There is no significant difference in appearance between age groups, genders, or subspecies.
Behavior
Grass snake is largely diurnal and a strong swimmer, employing a unique 'sidewinding' style motion. Solitary by nature, grass snake exhibits a robust territorial behavior post hibernation. Historically, grass snake defend their habitat by releasing a pungent musk or feigning death. Voracious feeders, their diet mainly consists of amphibians and fish, hunted using ambush techniques. Breeding behavior involves intricate mating dances, indicative of their complex social interactions.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Natricinae Genus
Grass snakes Species
Grass snake 
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