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Nerodia sipedon, water snake
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Nerodia sipedon, water snake
A group of North American water snakes neatly coiled to fit into a storage jar. Specimens held at the Natural History Museum, London
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Caenophidia Coil Colubrid Colubridae Diapsid Diapsida Lepidosaur Lepidosauria Natrix Ophidia Preserved Reptile Reptiles Reptilia Sauropsid Sauropsida Scale Scaled Reptile Serpentes Natrix Natrix Nerodia Ringed Snake
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1. Title: "A Collective Coil: Preserving the Diversity of North American Water Snakes" This photograph showcases a fascinating assemblage of North American water snakes (Nerodia sipedon), neatly coiled and carefully arranged to fit into a glass storage jar. Housed at the esteemed Natural History Museum in London, these specimens serve as valuable additions to the vast collection of reptiles, providing essential insights into the natural history of these intriguing creatures. The North American water snake, also known as the northern water snake or ringed snake, is a member of the Colubridae family, which belongs to the larger order of Serpentes, or snakes. These reptiles are classified under the class Reptilia, order Squamata, and suborder Caenophidia. They are further categorized as diapsids, sauropsids, and lepidosaurians. The water snakes in this image display their distinctive scales, which are essential for their survival in aquatic environments. Their scales provide protection against predators and help them move efficiently through water. The snakes' coiled position is a natural defensive posture, allowing them to strike swiftly when threatened. The European grass snake (Natrix natrix) is sometimes mistakenly included in this image due to its similar appearance to the North American water snake. However, they belong to different genera and are native to Europe. The European grass snake is a member of the Natricidae family, which is also part of the Colubridae superfamily. This photograph serves as a testament to the importance of preserving and studying these magnificent creatures. By documenting their physical characteristics and behaviors, scientists can gain a deeper understanding of their ecological roles and contribute to the conservation efforts aimed at protecting these essential components of our natural world.
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