Brown Water Snake
- Scientific Name
- Nerodia taxispilota
- Also Known As
- Brown Watersnake
- Range
- All of Florida
- Diet
- Fish, Frogs, Crustaceans, Worms
- Life Expectancy
- 9 Years
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This Snake is Not Venomous
Brown Water Snakes in Central Florida
The brown water snake (Nerodia taxispilota) is a non-venomous colubrid species found throughout the southeastern United States. As their name suggests, brown water snakes thrive in aquatic environments like the wetlands, swamps, and rivers of central Florida.
This guide provides identification tips, biology facts, and information on brown water snake habits, diet, reproduction, health risks, and prevention methods if encountered near residential areas.
Appearance and Identification
Brown water snakes can be identified by the following juvenile and adult characteristics