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Florida Water Snake - Nerodia
fasciata pictiventris |
| This medium-sized water snake is typically 30-40
inches in length, but can reach a length of around 60 inches. It
has broad dark bands across the back separated by narrower bands that
can vary in color from tan to reddish. A dark stripe extends from
the eye to the corner of the jaw. This is one of
the most common snakes in Florida. It is usually found around
aquatic environments where it feeds on live or dead fish, frogs, toads,
and aquatic invertebrates. It is often seen sunning on banks or
overhanging vegetation. |
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