Introduced Water Snakes of California
Photos of non-native Nerodia species found in California
At least two species of non-native water snake (Genus Nerodia) have established breeding populations within Northern and Southern California. Water snakes are native to the Southeastern US, and the introduced populations pose a potential threat to native garter snakes, freshwater fishes, and amphibians. Click on photos for larger images.
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Florida Water Snake
Harbor City, California
Florida Water Snake
Harbor City, California
Florida Water Snake
Harbor City, California
Florida Water Snake
Harbor City, California
Northern Water Snake
Roseville, California
