Pennsylvania is a landlocked state in the Mid-Atlantic, northeast region of the United States.  It has farmlands, mountains, forests, and diverse animal species, many of which are snakes.  There are about 21 species of snakes in Pennsylvania, but only three are venomous.  The three venomous snakes in Pennsylvania are the copperhead, the eastern massasauga rattlesnake, […]

Texas, a state in the South Central region of the United States, is home to diverse wildlife. This includes large predators, like wolves and ocelots, and rodents, like squirrels and porcupines.  Among this array of wildlife are over 115 species of snakes, a few of which are venomous.  While these venomous snakes play a major

Located in the southeastern part of the United States, Virginia is one of the 13 original colonies in America with historic landmarks.  It is also home to many snakes, most of which are harmless. However, the exception is three venomous snakes that are all categorized as pit vipers.  The venomous snakes in Virginia are the

There are many species of venomous snakes in the United States of America.  Missouri, a state in the Midwestern region, is no exception.  In this Midwestern state alone, there are five known venomous snake species.  Most of these venomous snakes are found in obscure hillsides along the state’s southern border. Others can be found in