Hiss and tell: Dangerous Water Snakes of the World

May 12,2023

Found in North America, particularly in freshwater habitats like rivers, lakes, and ponds. They are non-venomous and often mistaken for the venomous cottonmouth snake.

Northern Water Snake

Native to the southeastern United States, these venomous snakes inhabit swamps, marshes, and other aquatic environments.

Cottonmouth or Water Moccasin

Native to the southeastern United States, these non-venomous snakes are often found near bodies of water such as rivers, lakes, and ponds.

Common Watersnake

Found in South America, the green anaconda is one of the largest and heaviest snake species in the world. They are primarily aquatic, inhabiting swamps, marshes, and slow-moving streams.

Green Anaconda

Though the green anaconda is the most well-known, there are other species of anaconda found in South America, such as the yellow anaconda (Eunectes notaeus).

Anaconda

Another species found in North America, particularly in the southeastern United States. They prefer slow-moving or stagnant water habitats.

Banded Water Snake

Found across Europe and parts of Asia, the European grass snake is semi-aquatic and often found near freshwater habitats such as ponds and streams.

European Grass Snake

This genus of water snakes is found throughout Asia in various aquatic habitats, including rivers, ponds, and rice paddies.

Asian Water Snake

Found in sub-Saharan Africa, these snakes inhabit freshwater habitats such as rivers, streams, and marshes.

African Water Snake

These highly venomous snakes are adapted to marine environments and are found in the Indian and Pacific Oceans. They have paddle-like tails for swimming and are capable of breathing underwater.

Sea Snakes