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Diamondback Watersnake in Missouri

Harmless

Nerodia rhombifer

Diamondback Watersnake
Nerodia rhombifer

Yes. The Diamondback Watersnake has been recorded in 23 Missouri counties. It is non-venomous (harmless). Heavy banded or blotched body, round pupils, and a narrow head — unlike the cottonmouth's broad, blocky head.

Missouri counties with Diamondback Watersnake records

23 listed

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