The image shows a common water snake coiled up on a bed of dried leaves in the woods.
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The image shows a common water snake coiled up on a bed of dried leaves in the woods. Its body is a light brown color with darker brown stripes running along its sides. Its head is slightly raised, and its tongue is flicking out as it surveys its surroundings. Its eyes are alert and its tail is wrapped around the leaves, ready to strike.