Green water snake
A species of Water snakes, Also known as Mississippi Green Watersnake Scientific name : Nerodia cyclopion Genus : Water snakes
Green water snake, A species of Water snakes
Also known as:
Mississippi Green Watersnake
Scientific name: Nerodia cyclopion
Genus: Water snakes
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Description General Info
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Description
The green water snake (Nerodia cyclopion) is a common species of nonvenomous natricine snake endemic to the southeastern United States.
General Info
Lifespan
10-15 years
Diet
Green water snake predominantly feeds on various fish species, using their powerful jaws to snatch prey. An opportunistic feeder, their diet also includes frogs and aquatic invertebrates, adapted to their semi-aquatic lifestyle.
Appearance
Green water snake is a medium-sized, non-venomous snake with a thick, elongated body covered in smooth, scaley skin. The core color is dark olive, heavily patterned with black crossbands and speckles. It possesses a pair of round eyes on its triangular head. Juveniles are brighter and heavily spotted, while adults grow darker over time. Its appearance does not significantly differ between genders or subspecies.
Behavior
Green water snake is a semi-aquatic, solitary species observed to be most active during day and early evening. Primarily a piscivore, it uses an ambush foraging technique, striking rapidly at passing fish. It manifests a non-aggressive demeanor, except when threatened, demonstrating a tendency to escape rather than confront. Often utilising vegetation cover, green water snake is well-adapted to blend in its aquatic surroundings.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Natricinae Genus
Water snakes Species
Green water snake 
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