The Red-bellied Mudsnake is a large, semi-aquatic snake of the southeastern U.S. Its glossy black back contrasts dramatically with its red and black checkered belly. It uses its pointed tail tip to probe for prey.
Habitat
Swamps, marshes, and muddy stream banks
Diet
Amphiumas, sirens, and other aquatic salamanders
How common
Uncommon
Best time to see a Red-bellied Mudsnake
The best time to see a Red-bellied Mudsnake is March–June, when about 66% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 2,022 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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