The Cottonmouth, also called a water moccasin, is a poisonous viper found in southeastern and south central North America. They live in swamps, lakes, rivers, and ditches. These dangerous snakes closely resemble harmless water snakes that leave in the same habitat. Therefore it is best to leave all water snakes alone. Cottonmouths usually stand their ground. An aroused Cottonmouth will draw its head close to its body and open its mouth showing its white interior. Cottonmouth venom is hemotoxic and potent. Bites are prone to gangrene.

The Copperhead is a poisonous snake that is usually found in central and eastern North America. They live in wooded areas, rocky areas, and mountainous areas. They are a chestnut color with darker crossbands of rich browns that become narrower on top widen on the bottom. The top of the head is a coppery color. Copperheads have a natural camouflage ability to blend in with the environment.

Know here are a few first aid facts that may be healthful in cause the prevention methods did not prevent a bite from occurring.

Here are some DON’TS. If these things are done, they may and complications to the wound and to the health of the victim.

The Coral snakes are commonly found in the tropical regions of North America. They live in a variety of places such as wooded areas, swamps, and palmetto and scrub areas. The touching of the red and yellow on their body identifies them. The Coral is often confused with the nonpoisonous king snakes because they look similar. Their venom is very powerful. The venom is neurotoxic, causing respiratory paralysis in the victim, who succumbs to suffocation.

· Do Not cut the wound. Cutting the wound can further injure the victim and has not been shown to remove any significant amount of venom.

· Do not walk through heavy brush or tall grass without looking down. Look where you are walking.

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