Louisiana is home to 48 different species of snakes, but only seven of these species are venomous. Louisiana's venomous snakes include three different species of rattlesnake, two species of coral ...

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 ...

The cottonmouth, or water moccasin, is often regarded as one of the most dangerous snakes in the southern United States.

Florida is home to over 40 snake species, with only six venomous. Snakes are most active during the warmer months of spring and early summer. The cottonmouth, also known as the water moccasin, is a ...

A water moccasin, also known as a cottonmouth, flicks its tongue to check its surroundings. KELLY BOSTIAN / Tulsa World Take a second look before you condemn one of the plentiful, and harmless, water ...

It's that time of year — snake-spotting season. That means Jeff Boundy, of the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries, is getting more calls and emails everyday about the slithering reptiles. ...