Smooth Green Snake
Scientific Name:
The scientific name for the Smooth Green Snake is Opheodrys vernalis
Where they're located in New Jersey:
Smooth Green Snakes can be found in the northern region of the state
Venomous:
No, Smooth Green Snakes are non-venomous
Placement on Endangerment Scale:
Least Concern (LC)
Temperament:
Smooth Green Snakes are skittish and have behavior similar to that of a Garter Snake. They don't often bite or musk, instead choosing to run away when attacked.
Physical characteristics:
Smooth Green Snakes have smooth green scales, and are slender and small. They grow to 12-26 inches in length. They also have circular pupils.
Live or egg birth:
Smooth Green Snakes have egg births
Preferred habitat:
Grasslands or any habitat they can easily blend into