Meet 10 Snakes of the Tennessee River

Tennessee is home to the Appalachian Mountains, Nashville, Chattanooga, and even the Tennessee River. It is also a habitat for more than 30 species of snake, several of which have

The snakes of the Tennessee River are overwhelmingly aquatic or semi-aquatic, but only one of them has a bite that packs a punch. 

Learn More1. Northern Water SnakeNorthern water snakes of the Tennessee River grow up to 42 inches long, though they may be as short as 24 inches. They’re gray to brown, with red

Learn More2. Southern Water SnakeSouthern water snakes of the Tennessee River grow between 22 and 36 inches long. They have medium-heavy bodies marked by alternating dark brown and

Learn More3. Diamond-Backed Water SnakeDiamond-backed water snakes of the Tennessee River grow up to 48 inches long but may be as short as 30 inches as adults. They have gray to br

Learn More4. Plain-bellied Water SnakeThe plain-bellied water snakes of the Tennessee River grow up to 48 inches long, or four feet. Adults are nearly black, with gray or green tin

Learn More5. Mississippi Green Water SnakeThe Mississippi green water snakes of the Tennessee River grow to between 30-45 inches long as adults. They’re much greener than other w

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