Author name: Dave Johnson

Kentucky is a Southeastern state bordered by the Ohio River in the North. The state has a lot of wildlife which includes about 34 species of snakes. Out of these, only four species are venomous snakes. The chances of getting bit are low in Kentucky. However, care must be taken in the state, especially when […]

Ohio has 28 snakes in total, most of which are non-venomous. This makes the state a safe place for people who would rather avoid getting snake bites. That being said, there are 3 venomous and deadly species to look out for in this state. The venomous snakes in Ohio are the Northern copperhead snake, Eastern

Florida teems with many snake species, 44 to be exact. This would be concerning if all the species were venomous, but fortunately, that’s not the case. Most of the snakes are non-venomous. There are only six poisonous snakes in the state, having their identifying markers. The venomous snakes in Florida are the eastern copperhead, timber

Georgia is home to many snakes, around 46 of them, but the good news is that most of them aren’t poisonous. There are only six poisonous snakes in the state, all of which have their identifying markers. Venomous snakes in Georgia are cottonmouth, eastern diamond rattlesnake, timber rattlesnake, pygmy rattlesnake, coral snake, and eastern copperhead.

Like every other state in the United States, Michigan has its share of wildlife, thanks to the abundance of habitats these animals can live in. Amongst these animals are a variety of snake species. Non-venomous snakes in Michigan constitute the majority, which is good news as it reduces the chances of getting bit. The only

Illinois is a fertile ground for many snake species, far more than many other states in the U.S. There are swamps, lakes, ponds, marshes, forests, and grasslands amidst other habitats. There are around 40 species living in Illinois, out of which only 10% are poisonous. Venomous snakes in Illinois are timber rattlesnakes, copperheads, cottonmouths, and

With a total of 37 snake species, North Carolina is a fitting land for these reptiles. The state has the right habitat for animals, like mountains, beaches, grasslands, marshes, and rivers. This accounts for why there are a lot of snakes in the state. The non-venomous snakes surpass the venomous species, which is good news

South Carolina is ideal for many animals due to the natural habitats found within. Here, you’d see forests, swamps, coastal shores, and a host of others. Little wonder the state provides a good environment for 38 different snake species. Only 6 species are poisonous, and they are our focus. Venomous snakes in South Carolina are