Smooth Greensnake
Opheodrys vernalis

Common Name:	Smooth Greensnake
Scientific Name:	Opheodrys vernalis
Etymology:
Genus:	Opheodrys is derived from the Greek words ophios which means "serpent" and drys meaning "tree".
Species:	vernalis is Latin for "of springtime".
Vernacular Names:	Common green snake, grass snake, northern grass snake, green grass snake, green whip snake, smooth-coated green snake, spring snake, summer snake.
Average Length:	11 - 20 in. (30.3 - 51 cm)
Virginia Record Length:	22.4 in. (57 cm)
Record length:	26 in. (66 cm)

 

Virginia Wildlife Action Plan Rating Tier III - High Conservation Need - Extinction or extirpation is possible. Populations of these species are in decline or have declined to low levels or are in a restricted range. Management action is needed to stabilize or increase populations.

 

Virginia Fish and Wildlife Information Service: Species Booklet

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