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Brazos River Watersnake in Texas

Harmless

Nerodia harteri

Brazos River Watersnake
Nerodia harteri

Yes. The Brazos River Watersnake has been recorded in 18 Texas counties. It is non-venomous (harmless). Heavy banded or blotched body, round pupils, and a narrow head — unlike the cottonmouth's broad, blocky head.

Texas counties with Brazos River Watersnake records

18 listed

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