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Reptile

Rough-legged hawk

Northern water snake

Ribbon snake

Nerodia S. Sipedon

Fact sheets
Habitat
A snake that loves to swim?
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Habitat
Indeed, I am an excellent swimmer! If necessary, I can stay immersed for almost 60 minutes! As my name suggests, I am profoundly connected to aquatic environments. You’ll find me mostly around bodies of water.
Role
Of paramount importance for the ecological balance.
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Role
I eat mainly fish, frogs, toads and tadpoles, and I play an important role in balancing our ecosystems.
Threats
A victim of myths and legends.
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Threats
We are considered rare in Québec. This situation is mainly due to the disappearance of our habitats and the fact that many people try to eliminate us, mistakenly believing that we are dangerous!
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Harmless snake!

Snakes are unfortunately often persecuted as a result of false beliefs about them. They are however essential for the ecological balance as they feed on small, often harmful prey. In Québec, no species of snake is venomous to humans! How lucky we are to have them around!

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