Rough Green Snake
Scientific Name:
The scientific name for the Rough Green Snake is Opheodrys aestivus
Where they're located in New Jersey:
Rough Green Snakes can be found in the Southern region of the state
Venomous:
Rough Green Snakes are non-venomous
Placement on Endangerment Scale:
Vulnerable (VU)
Temperament:
Rough Green Snakes are surprisingly friendly towards people and often are not too afraid of us. They can be held safely and will not often attempt to attack humans.
Physical characteristics:
Rough Green Snakes are slender, markless, and green with a white or yellow underside. They can grow to be 22-32 inches in length.
Live or egg birth:
Rough Green Snakes have egg births
Preferred habitat:
Trees or vegetation that hangs over water