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Plain-bellied Watersnake in Michigan

Harmless

Nerodia erythrogaster

Plain-bellied Watersnake
Nerodia erythrogaster

Yes. The Plain-bellied Watersnake has been recorded in 4 Michigan counties. It is non-venomous (harmless). Heavy banded or blotched body, round pupils, and a narrow head — unlike the cottonmouth's broad, blocky head.

Michigan counties with Plain-bellied Watersnake records

4 listed

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