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Learn the types of SNAKES in New Jersey, AND how to identify them by sight. How many of these species have YOU seen?
Learn the different types of GARTER SNAKES in New Jersey, AND how to identify them. How many of these species have YOU seen?
22 lis 2019 · You can identify a snake in New Jersey by observing its color, markings and scales. Most species have distinctive markings, but a few are plain. If you think you've spotted a northern copperhead or timber rattlesnake, don't approach it. These are the only two venomous snakes in New Jersey.
Copperheads are one of just two venomous snake species found in New Jersey. The subspecies that occurs here is the northern copperhead ( Agkistrodon contortrix mokasen; Figure 1). They are only found in the northern half of the state in parts of the Piedmont, Highlands and Ridge-and-Valley regions.
Snakes: Descriptions, Pictures and Range Maps. 1. Northern water snake (Nerodia sipedon sipedon): 22”-53”L. This is one of the most common snakes in NJ, inhabit-ing freshwater streams, ponds, lakes, swamps, marshes, and bogs throughout the state.
31 lip 2015 · New Jersey is home to 22 snake species, two of which are venomous. Click through the gallery and read the caption to learn a bit about each one.
