Water moccasin snake

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Water moccasins thrive in the southeastern parts of the U.S. but often get confused with non-poisonous water snakes. The difference is most notable when comparing the heads of both snakes. As a pit viper, the water moccasin has the distinctive, wide-jawed, wedge-shaped head, and water snakes do not. Water Moccasin Snake, Cottonmouth Snake, Snake Facts, Poisonous Snakes, Types Of Snake, Coral Snake, Florida Water, Pit Viper, Baby Reindeer

The water moccasin, commonly referred to as a cottonmouth, is a venomous snake that lives in the southern portion of the United States. The venom is highly toxic and can be lethal, so a bite should be treated as soon as possible with CroFab antivenom. (According to wildlife ecologist Dr. David Steen, in contrast to their reputation, cottonmouths are not aggressive; rather, they are defensive, so if you see one, keep your distance and do not do anything that could seem threatening to the…

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