Plain-bellied Watersnake (Nerodia erythrogaster)

Plain-bellied Watersnake, a reference photo — Photo: Benjamin Genter · CC0 (licence)

Nerodia erythrogaster, also known as the plain-bellied water snake or plainbelly water snake, is a common species of semi-aquatic, non-venomous colubrid snake endemic to the United States.

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Is it venomous or poisonous?

We have no record of Plain-bellied Watersnake being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.

Easily confused with

Nerodia cyclopion
Nerodia sipedon
Nerodia fasciata
Nerodia floridana

Classification

Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Reptilia
Order: Squamata
Family: Colubridae
Genus: Nerodia
Species: Nerodia erythrogaster

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