28,722 observationsLeast Concern
grass snake
Natrix natrix
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Reptilia ›Order: Squamata ›Family: Colubridae ›Genus: Natrix
About
The grass snake (Natrix natrix), sometimes called the ringed snake or water snake, is a Eurasian non-venomous colubrid snake. It is often found near water and feeds almost exclusively on amphibians. The barred grass snake, Natrix helvetica, was split off as a separate species in 2017.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of grass snake is Natrix natrix.
- grass snake belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- grass snake belongs to the phylum Chordata.
- grass snake belongs to the class Reptilia.
- grass snake belongs to the order Squamata.
- grass snake belongs to the family Colubridae.
- grass snake belongs to the genus Natrix.