3. Grass snake (Natrix natrix)
Grass snake, the next one on the list of most common non-poisonous snake species in the world is also known under the name water snake or ringed snake, because it dwells in the proximity of fresh waters. The range this snake covers is the whole Europe, Middle East, Asia and northernmost ridges of Africa. Therefore, inhabiting a variety of climate zones, they are very adaptable species found in many ecosystems preferring grassland and woodlands near rivers. They feed on amphibians, and are very good swimmers, and able to hold their breath up to 30 minutes. They are usually darker in color, nicely camouflaged in brown to olive green hues. Grass snakes inhabiting colder regions are darker in color which enables them better thermoregulation.
