Also known as the water snake, it is a big snake that can reach up to 130 cm (51 in) long. It has a triangular head, a stout body, and a brown or grey color with dark spots or rings on its back. The color and pattern may vary depending on the region. It mainly eats fish. Sometimes, it may also prey on amphibians such as frogs, toads, and tadpoles.
It is not venomous, but it can defend itself with its sharp teeth if it is attacked. It can also secrete a bad-smelling substance from its cloaca or pretend to be dead as a defense strategy.
Distribution
Afghanistan
Albania
Armenia
Austria
Azerbaijan
Bosnia And Herz.
Bulgaria
China
Croatia
Cyprus
Czechia
Egypt
Georgia
Germany
Greece
Hungary
Iran
Iraq
Israel
Italy
Jordan
Kazakhstan
Kyrgyzstan
Lebanon
Moldova
Montenegro
North Macedonia
Pakistan
Romania
Russia
Saudi Arabia
Serbia
Slovakia
Slovenia
Switzerland
Syria
Tajikistan
Turkey
Turkmenistan
Ukraine
Uzbekistan
YemenAnything we've missed?
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Terrestrial / Aquatic
Altricial / Precocial
Polygamous / Monogamous
Dimorphic (size) / Monomorphic
Active: Diurnal / Nocturnal
Social behavior: Solitary / Pack / Herd
Diet: Carnivore / Herbivore / Omnivore / Piscivorous / Insectivore
Migratory: Yes / No
Domesticated: Yes / No
Dangerous: Yes / No
