Copperhead Snakes
Copperheads and Cottonmouths
Crotalidae
Poisonous Snakes Index Copperhead Picture Snake Repellent Snake Trap
Pictures of Poisonous Snakes of United States
These are common dangerous
snakes found throughout their range.
Cottonmouths are large, recorded to reach 6 feet in length
with an average of 3 ½ feet. The venom of this species proves to be very
toxic. The bites are common in the Southeastern United States. Strong tissue
damage has been reported in many cases of its bites.
The venom of the Copperhead appears to be mildly toxic and fatalities are almost unknown. Maximum length is 4 feet and an average of 2 ½ feet. Bite is very painful.
Our thanks and gratitude to Dr. Andrew Kouloulis, noted herpetologist, for permission to use his research and pictures provided on these pages. Information taken from Dr. Kouloulis' Poisonous Snake Chart.