What is another word for banded water snake?
Pronunciation: [bˈandɪd wˈɔːtə snˈe͡ɪk] (IPA) 
The banded water snake (Nerodia fasciata) can be referred to by a variety of synonyms depending on the specific subspecies and location. In the southeastern United States, it may be called the southern water snake or spotted water snake. In Florida, the subspecies Nerodia fasciata pictiventris is known as the Florida banded water snake. The subspecies found in northern Mexico and southern Texas is called the Texas banded water snake (Nerodia fasciata transversa). The common blundering water snake, eastern banded water snake, and narrow banded water snake are other potential synonyms. Despite the variations in name, all subspecies of banded water snakes share a distinctive banded pattern and semi-aquatic lifestyle.
