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There are 4 species of venomous snakes in Florida including the Timber Rattlesnake, Copperhead, Water Moccasin, and the Pigmy Rattlesnake.<\/p>\nThere are 4 species of venomous snakes in Florida including the Timber Rattlesnake, Copperhead, Water Moccasin, and the Pigmy Rattlesnake.<\/p>\n
All of Florida’s venomous snakes are pit vipers containing the heat seeking pit located between the eye and nostril.<\/p>\n
While many snakes are mistaken for being venomous, they may resemble or mimic actions of a venomous snake.<\/p>\n
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Timber Rattlesnake<\/p><\/div>\n
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The Timber Rattlesnake or (Canebrake Rattlesnake) can on average grow between 35\u2033 and 60\u2033 long. Average weight of a Timber Rattlesnake can be between on average 1-3 lbs, with some large specimens reaching nearly 10lbs. They are usually active between March through October, but depending on geographical location and warmer temperatures, can still be active on winter days. Timber Rattlesnakes give birth between August through late September to live young and can have as many as 14 young. They ares capable of living in the wild 12 years to as many as 30 years, and typically will den up or congregate during winter. Typical food sources of the Timber Rattlesnake can consist of small mammals, including squirrels, birds, amphibians, and even other snakes. Usually shedding its skin every year a new rattle segment will grow, or button on its rattle. The venom of the Timber Rattlesnake is used to immobilize prey, but can be fatal to people if a untreated bite occurs. Venom of a rattlesnake stops blood from clotting, and can destroy tissue and organs. If you happen to be struck, seek medical attention immediately.<\/p>\n
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Copperhead<\/p><\/div>\n
Copperhead<\/p>\n
Copperheads are well known from their copper appearance and colorations, as well as being the most responsible for occurring snake bites. Most bites occur when the snake is stepped on or near, and may be a dry bite where very little to no venom is injected. Copperheads are around Middle Florida. Most bites are a reaction strike, and Copperheads will not hesitate to strike. Their copper patterns can make them incredibly hard to spot among leaves as they blend right in. Adults can measure 2-3 ft, as some can be longer. They are usually active between February \u2013 October, and mating occurs between February to May and again in late fall from August to October. Copperheads can have between 2-18 young usually a grayer color. Young Copperheads are born with a bright yellow tail, and as they lay motionless, can flick the tail giving off the apperance of a caterpillar (Caudal Luring) for a unsuspecting lizard or frog. Copperheads can live as many as 20 years in the wild.<\/p>\n
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Water Moccasin<\/p><\/div>\n
Water Moccasin<\/p>\n
The Water Moccasin or (Cottonmouth) is widely known for its white mouth as it opens warning someone that they are too close and it will bite. Water Moccasins typically range between 31\u2033 to 70\u2033 in length, and can weigh up to 10lbs. Although coloration may be totally black, they can range in colors from tan, olive, brown, yellowish, or grey patterns. Water Moccasins are the most aquatic venomous snake often being found near or close to water. They give birth to live young and can range from 1 to as many as 20 young during August through October, although mating can occur during any of the warmer months. They mostly feed on fish, reptiles, amphibians, small mammals, birds, and will feed on other snakes, even their own kind. Water Moccasins can be active almost year round, as they are the last snake species to den up in winter. They also happen to have the reputation for being the most aggressive.<\/p>\n
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Pygmy Rattlesnake<\/p><\/div>\n
Pygmy Rattlesnake<\/p>\n
The Pigmy Rattlesnake has a very small rattle compared to other rattlesnakes which can seldomly be heard and it blends in with ground cover exceptionally well. They only average between 14\u2033 an 30\u2033 in length. They are active March through October and can give live birth to 3-8 young.<\/p>\n
Preferred foods of the Pygmy tend to be lizards, frogs, and small rodents. Do not let their size fool you. They will act much larger and can be aggressive. With heat sensory pits it allows the snake to detect and accurately strike warm bodied prey.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Venomous Snakes in Florida There are 4 species of venomous snakes in Florida including the Timber Rattlesnake, Copperhead, Water Moccasin, and the Pigmy Rattlesnake. All of Florida’s venomous snakes are pit vipers containing the heat seeking pit located between the eye and nostril. While many snakes are mistaken for being venomous, they may resemble or […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-1536","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"yoast_head":"\n