South Carolina records
Common Watersnake in South Carolina
HarmlessNerodia sipedon
Yes. The Common Watersnake has been recorded in 28 South Carolina counties. It is non-venomous (harmless). Heavy banded or blotched body, round pupils, and a narrow head — unlike the cottonmouth's broad, blocky head.
South Carolina counties with Common Watersnake records
28 listedSee the full Common Watersnake profile or all snakes in South Carolina.