Copperhead Snakes: What They Look Like, Where They Live & How to Stay Safe

Copperhead snakes (Agkistrodon contortrix) are one of the most widespread and misunderstood venomous snakes in North America. Known for their distinctive copper-colored heads and expert camouflage, copperheads are responsible for more bites than any other venomous species in the U.S. While rarely fatal, their bites can be painful and dangerous. Here are 10 essential facts about […]

All About Timber Rattlesnakes

 Just as the bald eagle became an American symbol, so has the timber rattlesnake. During colonial times, timber rattlesnakes were plentiful in the New World and an unknown adversary to the British Empire. Its best-known symbolic use is on the yellow Gadsden flag, which says, “Don’t Tread On Me.” Christopher Gadsden, a South Carolina delegate […]

All About Water Moccasins and Cottonmouths

What Is a Water Moccasin (Cottonmouth)? The water moccasin (Agkistrodon piscivorus), also known as the cottonmouth, is a venomous pit viper native to the southeastern United States. This snake is infamous for its threat display—opening its mouth wide to reveal a bright white interior, hence the nickname “cottonmouth.” Though feared for their venom, water moccasins […]