Common watersnake
A species of Water snakes, Also known as Black water adder, Brown water snake, Eastern water snake, Northern banded water snake Scientific name : Nerodia sipedon Genus : Water snakes
Common watersnake, A species of Water snakes
Also known as:
Black water adder, Brown water snake, Eastern water snake, Northern banded water snake
Scientific name: Nerodia sipedon
Genus: Water snakes
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Description General Info
Description
The northern water snake (Nerodia sipedon) is a species of large, nonvenomous, common snake in the family Colubridae. The species is native to North America.
General Info
Lifespan
6-10 years
Diet
Common watersnake's primary diet consists of small, cold blooded animals. This species prefers consuming intricate varieties of fish and amphibians. Intriguingly, common watersnake harbors a significant preference for slower, more robust fish species and sedentary frogs.
Appearance
Common watersnake is a medium-sized snake with a long, slender body encased in a scaled skin. Characterized by a variation of colors, it predominantly exhibits a dark, olive-brown base color with black or dark brown crossbands. No specific features like horns or wings exist. There are minimal differences concerning age or gender, with only the young exhibiting brighter, contrasting patterns on their bodies.
Behavior
Common watersnake is predominantly diurnal and known for its excellent swimming capabilities. This solitary, non-venomous species is non-territorial and navigates aquatic environments in search of prey, chiefly fish and amphibians. During colder months, common watersnake may hibernate in communal dens, displaying unique cohabitation behavior with other snake species.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Natricinae Genus
Water snakes Species
Common watersnake 
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