Names: Banded water snake, brown queen snake, moon snake, seven-banded snake, olive water snake, pale snake, queen water snake, seven-striped water snake, striped water snake, willow snake.

Average length: 15-24 in.

Juveniles: Both adults and juveniles are generally grayish in coloration but may range from light brown to olive green. There may be three faint darker stripes running down the body. Two lighter (whitish or yellowish) stripes run down the sides.

Habitats: Inhabits shallow, rocky streams in agricultural, urban, and forested areas, often in open patches that allow sunlight to reach the substrate. Loose rocks are used for shelter, and overhanging vegetation is usually present.