Just like humans, southern water snakes are picky eaters when they’re young. Their diet consists only of fish until they reach 6 months of age.
ORIGIN:
Southeastern United States
HABITAT:
Rivers, lakes and ponds
HEIGHT/WEIGHT:
4-9 oz
Length: 2-4 ft
DIET:
Small birds, frogs and fish
PREDATORS:
Herons, alligators and other snakes
NATURAL DEFENSES:
Sharp teeth
REPRODUCTION:
Sexually mature at 2-3 yrs
THREATS:
None
LIFE EXPECTANCY:
Up to 8 yrs in wild
