
Agkistrodon piscivorus - Wikipedia
A cottonmouth in water in Tennessee – the high position in the water and upward-tilted head can help distinguish it from Nerodia watersnakes such as the common watersnake, although there …
Cottonmouth snakes: Facts about water moccasins - Live Science
Jul 12, 2024 · Discover where cottonmouth snakes live, how to identify them, and whether they are venomous and aggressive.
Florida Cottonmouth – Florida Snake ID Guide - Florida Museum
Sep 26, 2025 · The average adult Florida cottonmouth is 30-48 inches (76-122 cm) in total length. This snake is heavy bodied with a pattern of light brown and dark brown crossbands …
Cottonmouth Snake (Water Moccasin) Facts, Identification ...
Apr 25, 2024 · They are named cottonmouth as the insides of their mouth, visible when they gape at their prey, are white. These snakes are indigenous to the Southeastern United States and …
Cottonmouth Snakes - Facts, Venom & Habitat Information
The cottonmouth snake (Agkistrodon piscivorus), also known as Water Moccasins, is a species of pit viper in the subfamily Crotalinae of the family Viperidae. Native to the southeastern United …
Cottonmouth/Water Moccasin | FWC
The cottonmouth, or water moccasin, is a dark-colored, heavy-bodied snake that can grow to an average of 2-4 feet in length. Juvenile cottonmouths are a brown or tan color with darker, …
Cottonmouth / Water Moccasin (Agkistrodon piscivorus) – …
In our region cottonmouths are generally restricted to the Coastal Plain but are found in a few Piedmont locations west of Atlanta, Georgia. They can be found in nearly all freshwater …
Cottonmouth Snake Explained - Habitat, Venom, Behavior, And …
Jun 24, 2025 · Slithering through southern swamps with a flash of white inside its mouth, the cottonmouth strikes fear into many outdoor enthusiasts. This venomous pit viper, also known …
Cottonmouth - U.S. National Park Service
Jul 15, 2020 · Quick Facts Scientific Name: Agkistrodon piscivorus Distribution/Habitat: Swamps, river floodplains, and wetlands in the southeastern United States. Average Size: 4 feet …
How Venomous are Cottonmouth Snakes? - Poison Control
Cottonmouth snakes are a type of venomous pit viper found in the South East US. They are semiaquatic and are found near water, which is why they are also referred to as water …