The water moccasin, also known as the cottonmouth, is one of North America’s most feared and misunderstood snakes. With its venomous bite and intimidating defensive display, this semi-aquatic serpent ...

Many people believe water moccasins are harmless while cottonmouths are the truly dangerous ones — but they’re actually the same snake. Both names refer to Agkistrodon piscivorus, the only venomous ...

(KFVS) - Crisp mornings and mild afternoons are typically enjoyed by just about everyone during the fall season in the Heartland. The break from summer does come with a wildlife warning. It’s birthing ...

If you enjoy boating or swimming in one of South Carolina’s lakes, you should know this: chances are there are snakes in that water. Might not be venomous but they are snakes nonetheless. South ...

An Oconee County resident was bitten by a copperhead snake, initially experiencing a "dry bite" but later requiring antivenom treatment. After a snake bite, stay calm, immobilize the affected area, ...

MYRTLE BEACH – There are specific dangers to living on the Grand Strand – water, snakes and our own decisions. And then there’s Fluffy. “This guy's in the trauma area. His whole left arm is swollen.

Louisiana has 48 snake species, seven of which are venomous. Lake Pontchartrain is considered the most snake-infested lake in Louisiana. Lake Maurepas, Calcasieu Lake, and Lake Claiborne are also ...

To put it simply, yes, they are venomous. But are they extremely dangerous? Not quite. Water moccasins are compelling creatures that stand their ground when threatened, unlike many other snake species ...