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Common Watersnake in Connecticut

Harmless

Nerodia sipedon

Common Watersnake
Nerodia sipedon

Yes. The Common Watersnake has been recorded in 8 Connecticut counties. It is non-venomous (harmless). Heavy banded or blotched body, round pupils, and a narrow head — unlike the cottonmouth's broad, blocky head.

Connecticut counties with Common Watersnake records

8 listed

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