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Smooth Green Snake — printable fact sheet
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Smooth Green Snake
Opheodrys vernalis
The Smooth Green Snake is a slender, small, non-venomous snake known for its vivid, grass-green coloration that helps it blend seamlessly into its grassy habitats. This species is native to North America, ranging from southeastern Canada through the northeastern and midwestern U…
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- The Smooth Green Snake has a vital role in controlling insect populations, particularly pests such as crickets, spiders, and caterpillars.
- Smooth Green Snakes can sometimes turn a bluish or olive color after death due to pigment breakdown. Unlike many other snakes, they rarely bite or show aggression when handled. They are adept climbers and can often be found in low shrubs searching for prey.
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