The Black Swamp Snake is a small, shiny black aquatic snake with a bright red belly. Highly aquatic and secretive, it hides in thick aquatic vegetation. One of the few snakes that specializes in eating sirens.
Best time to see a Black Swamp Snake
The best time to see a Black Swamp Snake is January–May, when about 60% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 411 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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