Ohio records
Plain-bellied Watersnake in Ohio
HarmlessNerodia erythrogaster
Yes. The Plain-bellied Watersnake has been recorded in 5 Ohio counties. It is non-venomous (harmless). Heavy banded or blotched body, round pupils, and a narrow head — unlike the cottonmouth's broad, blocky head.
Ohio counties with Plain-bellied Watersnake records
5 listedSee the full Plain-bellied Watersnake profile or all snakes in Ohio.