Species profile
Banded Watersnake
Nerodia fasciata
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At a glance
Banded Watersnake (Nerodia fasciata) is an IUCN Least Concern reptile present across the CatchRules coverage area but without species-specific bag, size, or season rules tracked in our regulatory dataset.
Confirmed by 22,117 research-grade iNaturalist observations, with Florida, Texas, and Louisiana the top jurisdictions by observation count.
Notable details
- A non-venomous species frequently mistaken for the venomous cottonmouth water moccasin.
- Found across freshwater habitats throughout the southeastern United States.
- Adults typically reach 60 to 107 cm (24–42 in) in length.
- Females give birth to 10–30 live young in late summer rather than laying eggs.
- Feeds primarily on fish and frogs captured near the water's edge.
Where Banded Watersnake are seen
Background
The banded water snake or southern water snake (Nerodia fasciata) is a species of mostly aquatic, nonvenomous, colubrid snake endemic to the central and southeastern United States.
Background excerpt adapted from Wikipedia's Banded Watersnake article (CC BY-SA). Visit Wikipedia for the full entry.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Banded Watersnake?
Banded Watersnake (Nerodia fasciata) is an IUCN Least Concern reptile present across the CatchRules coverage area but without species-specific bag, size, or season rules tracked in our regulatory dataset.
What is the scientific name for Banded Watersnake?
Banded Watersnake is Nerodia fasciata.
Are there fishing rules for Banded Watersnake?
Banded Watersnake does not currently have published fishing rules in CatchRules' curated jurisdictions. Identification, range, and habitat are still tracked above.
How can I identify Banded Watersnake?
Take a photo with the free CatchRules iPhone app — on-device identification recognizes Banded Watersnake along with ~1,500 other species. No sign-up, unlimited use.
Photo credit: iNaturalist / Wikipedia. Identification reference only — verify regulations with the issuing wildlife agency before retaining a catch.