Nashville Snake Removal and Control

Found a Snake, is it Venomous or not?

Venomous and non-venomous snakes inhabit Greater Nashville and Middle Tennessee, and often will be similar in colors, patterns, and behaviors. Some non-venomous and venomous snakes will be very hard to distinguish even to the “trained professional”. One of the most common defense mechanisms of non-venomous snakes is to vibrate their tail. When a snakes tail vibrates quick enough, it can closely resemble a rattle, almost as loud as a rattlesnake. Other snakes defenses can include striking quickly, hissing, and puffing its body out to appear larger, which will often closely resemble a venomous snake. Professional help is recommended year when it comes to removing snakes especially if you’re unsure if it is venomous or not. Contact a Animal Pros specialist for immediate service today or visit our snake identification page for identifying the species of snake.

How To Identify a Venomous Snake

Identifying a potential dangerous snake can often be challenging if you are looking for a triangular head or a diamond pattern on its body to identify a venomous snake. Some non-venomous snakes can flatten out their head often resembling a triangular head. Venomous snakes are often referred to as poisonous, however they are venomous since they inject venom. All venomous snakes will be multi-colored, often having different shades of color and patterns on its body. So if you happen to spot a solid colored snake it will be a non-venomous species, with the exception of a few cottonmouths or water moccasins that can be almost dark in color. For positive snake identification in the Greater Nashville and Middle Tennessee area, text 615-499-5692 for help 24 hours a day.

Is It Poisonous or Venomous?

Snakes in general, are often referred to as poisonous, as that’s the most popular question asked. Although venom and poison are both toxic to people and pets, the delivery method of both differentiate. Poison must be absorbed or ingested, whereas venom is injected, so some snakes can be venomous. The only delivery method of venomous snakes, is by fangs. Some venomous snakes that strike or bite, often do so as a defense, may deliver a dry bite, or a strike where little to no venom is injected, even though prompt medical attention is required.