Nestled between the Deep South and the Atlantic Ocean, Georgia is famous for its natural beauty. The Peach State is also home ...

Water Snakes (genus Nerodia) are often found near rivers, lakes, and wetlands throughout the United States. These medium to large non-venomous snakes are frequently misidentified as the venomous ...

These water systems like rivers and lakes in Alabama can be beautiful, outdoorsy destinations. Here are some things you should know about the snakes there.

The Everglades are the most snake-infested area in the state, primarily due to the invasive non-native species, the Burmese ...

Non-venomous snakes in Florida. These include species like the Southern Black Racer, Banded Water Snake, Eastern Rat Snake, Corn Snake and Scarlet Kingsnake. Other non-venomous snakes include the ...

The cottonmouth, also known as the water moccasin, is a venomous snake found throughout Florida. There are more than 40 species of snakes that are native to Florida, but only six of them are venomous.

Of those 39 species, only about seven snakes are commonly seen in water, such as those found in the Arkansas River. Many of these are harmless, but some can be aggressive—here’s ...

Cottonmouth snakes are common, but are found in the more aquatic areas. The cottonmouth species, also known as the water moccasin, can be found in aquatic habitats such as swamps, marshes and ...

Only four of the 32 different species of snakes in Tennessee are venomous. Those four snakes are the copperhead, cottonmouth, timber rattlesnake and pygmy rattlesnake. Here is what to know about them.