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Black Swampsnake
Seminatrix pygaea
The Black Swampsnake's peak months vary by region.
Shows up in 0 ecoregions and 1 state
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Snakes
Black Swampsnake
Seminatrix pygaea
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Description
The black swamp snake (Liodytes pygaea) is a species of snake in the subfamily Natricinae of the family Colubridae. The black swamp snake is a small, thin snake, usually 25–38 cm (10–15 in) long (including tail); the record size is 55 cm (22 in).Wikipedia ↗
Habitat
L. pygaea is found in the states of North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Alabama, and Florida on the east coast of the United States. L. pygaea prefers swampland habitat that is heavily vegetated.Wikipedia ↗
When and where it's active
Each row is its own calendar, counted from records in that area. Seasons shift by place.
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FloridaAbout the Black Swampsnake
When is the Black Swampsnake most active?
The Black Swampsnake's peak months vary by region.
Where does the Black Swampsnake live?
It has enough records to show in 0 ecoregions and 1 states, including Florida.