Bites from non-venomous snakes such as invasive pythons. ... but in South Florida, they’re the No. 1 venomous bite species because of our region’s matrix of swamps and canals.

The climate and terrain in Florida are perfect for snakes, and prey is abundant, so venomous and non-venomous snakes in a ...

Non-venomous snakes lack these specialized sensory pits. 3. ... Range: The Eastern coral snake occurs throughout Florida, south into the Upper Florida Keys. Outside of Florida, ...

Have you ever wondered what the largest snake in North America is? Perhaps you’re interested in snake facts or curious to see ...

In Florida, possession and release of tegus is prohibited. Gov. Ron DeSantis approved HB 1161, a bill revising the penalties for released or escaped non-native venomous reptiles.The bill increased ...

Copperheads aren’t as common as some of Florida’s other venomous snakes, but they are native to the Florida panhandle. The ...

– When there is plentiful rain, our local zoologist says the risk of curious puppies having a run-in with a cottonmouth or water moccasin increases in South Florida. The venomous snakes live in ...

Eastern indigo snakes eat venomous snakes, and they’re the longest snakes native to the U.S., but they’re non-venomous themselves and aren’t aggressive when approached.

The coral snake stands out among Florida’s venomous snake species for its unique appearance and type of venom. This “elusive” snake is typically 2.5 feet, according to FWC.

Six venomous snake species are native to Florida, including three rattlesnake species. Snakes are most active during warmer months, starting in the late spring and carrying on throughout the summer.

Although venomous snake bites are rarely fatal in Florida, knowing what species is behind a bite can be important in treatment, as anti-venom treatment depends on what kind of venom the snake in ...