Virginia records
Plain-bellied Watersnake in Virginia
HarmlessNerodia erythrogaster
Yes. The Plain-bellied Watersnake has been recorded in 10 Virginia counties. It is non-venomous (harmless). Heavy banded or blotched body, round pupils, and a narrow head — unlike the cottonmouth's broad, blocky head.
Virginia counties with Plain-bellied Watersnake records
10 listedSee the full Plain-bellied Watersnake profile or all snakes in Virginia.