Louisiana records
Common Watersnake in Louisiana
HarmlessNerodia sipedon
Yes. The Common Watersnake has been recorded in 21 Louisiana counties. It is non-venomous (harmless). Heavy banded or blotched body, round pupils, and a narrow head — unlike the cottonmouth's broad, blocky head.
Louisiana counties with Common Watersnake records
21 listedSee the full Common Watersnake profile or all snakes in Louisiana.