Banded water snake
A species of Water snakes, Also known as Florida banded water snake, Banded Watersnake Scientific name : Nerodia fasciata Genus : Water snakes
Banded water snake, A species of Water snakes
Also known as:
Florida banded water snake, Banded Watersnake
Scientific name: Nerodia fasciata
Genus: Water snakes
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Description General Info
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Description
The banded water snake or southern water snake (Nerodia fasciata) is a species of mostly aquatic, nonvenomous, colubrid snake endemic to the central and southeastern United States.
General Info
Lifespan
10-20 years
Diet
Banded water snake primarily sustains on a carnivorous diet, with a particular fondness for amphibians such as frogs and toads. Its feeding habits also cover small fish, worms, and occasionally water-born insects.
Appearance
Banded water snake is a medium-sized, streamlined water snake with keeled scales. It exhibits diverse color patterns, commonly sporting crossbands of brown or black on a lighter colored base. Notably, the belly color contrasts significantly, often bright yellow or red. Its eyes are large and its head blends seamlessly into the body. There is little visible difference between genders or across ages, yielding a uniformly sleek look.
Behavior
Banded water snake is a primarily diurnal species, often seen basking on vegetation near water. It exhibits a semi-aquatic lifestyle, expertly hunting fish and amphibians. Banded water snake is known for its aggressive defensive behavior when threatened. Oviparous, females deposit eggs in damp, secluded areas. It displays a solitary behavior except during the mating season.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Natricinae Genus
Water snakes Species
Banded water snake 
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