snake id

i found a snake in my basement but have no idea what it is. i live in upstate ny. its just a baby about 8" long. hes all black with grey bands.

Can you post a picture?

Black rat snake maybe?

Based on desription only, I'm guessing Northern Water Snake. Need a pic to be sure.

i was wondering about a water snake but i only have a creek near my house.

http://i1206.photobucket.com/albums/...on89/002-3.jpg

Nerodia sipedon

Nice. :gj: