Florida records
Common Watersnake in Florida
HarmlessNerodia sipedon
Yes. The Common Watersnake has been recorded in 20 Florida counties. It is non-venomous (harmless). Heavy banded or blotched body, round pupils, and a narrow head — unlike the cottonmouth's broad, blocky head.
Florida counties with Common Watersnake records
20 listedSee the full Common Watersnake profile or all snakes in Florida.