What is a Dry Snake Bite?

Everyone and their brother is afraid of the dreaded venomous snake bite when they see a snake. While it is true that some snakes are highly venomous and can kill you, the odds of this happening are very slim indeed. There are a number of reasons for this, and among them is what is [...]

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The Best Cottonmouth Videos On YouTube

The cottonmouth snake is one of the most fascinating in all the world. Here is a collection of YouTube Videos that are sure to give you the willies. (or just fascinate your pants off if you love snakes) Each and every video is a good one, so be sure to watch all of [...]

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The Deadliest Snake in the United States

The first thing that one should know about deadly snakes in the United States is that it is unlikely that you will ever encounter any of them. If you are a hiker, and find yourself in and around their habitat often, then you may occasionally come into contact with them. The truth is, [...]

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Understanding Snake Venom and How It Works

Virtually everyone out there has heard the term “poisonous snake” before. What many people do not realize is that a snake is not poisonous in the traditional sense of the word. Snakes and spiders are venomous. The difference is that poison is ingested, whereas venom is injected. Snakebites are generally harmless [...]

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Why Copperheads Are The Most Common Venomous Snakebite

Of all the snakebites among venomous snakes in North America, the copperhead is the most common. The reason? Well, part of it has to do with the fact that they copperhead is one of the most widespread, but the reasons go a bit deeper than that. The copperhead snake is probably the least [...]

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Avoiding the Water Snakes Of the South

Common water snakes are often mistaken for cottonmouth snakes, and for good reason. They mimic their venomous brothers very well, and they are highly aggressive. The truth is, they are more aggressive biters than the cottonmouth. Given this, how do you avoid these nasty little buggers?
Common water snakes come in all shapes and [...]

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Copperhead Snake Facts and Information

Perhaps no other venomous snake in North America is more widely confused than the copperhead.  The copperhead actually has three different subspecies throughout North America.  These subspecies are all quite similar, and all venomous.  The copperhead snake is also the most common snakebite in North America among the dangerous snakes.  This fascinating reptile is not [...]

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The Cottonmouth – Description and Identification

The cottonmouth, commonly referred to as a water moccasin, is a stout bodied snake that is alternately described as reclusive and aggressive. My personal experience with this pit viper is that it is highly territorial, and not likely to give ground when confronted. That said, the cottonmouth has never exactly been aggressive as [...]

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All things snakes and spiders can be found here.  Regardless of whether you are looking for information, identification, or even just find yourself fascinated by these creatures, snakes and spiders are sure to have something that you can enjoy.  Please bookmark, subscribe, or otherwise come back often as I will be posting frequently to the [...]

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