If you live in the southern or eastern portions of the U.S., chances are you’re familiar with cottonmouths. These venomous snakes are a common sight in swamps, marshes, near ponds, streams, lakes, and even drainage ditches. But what if they decide to take up residence in your yard? Keep reading! In this article, we’ll talk … Read more
Have you ever wondered about how snakes have babies? Perhaps you know that the exact methods can vary between species, so you’re wondering specifically about cottonmouths. How do cottonmouth snakes reproduce? Do they lay eggs or give birth to live young? How many babies do they have? Keep reading! In this article, we’ll answer all … Read more
If you’ve ever seen a cottonmouth slithering along the surface of a pond or marsh, you may have wondered about its lifestyle habits. In particular, what does a cottonmouth snake eat? How does it kill its prey? And do cottonmouths ever end up on the other side of the predator-prey relationship? Keep reading! In this … Read more
You’ve heard that cottonmouths have dangerous bites, but how concerned should you be, really? How dangerous is a cottonmouth snake? Can its bite kill you? Leave you scarred and maimed? What should you do if you are bitten by a cottonmouth? Keep reading! In this article, we’ll answer all of these questions and more! How … Read more
You may have heard that any snake swimming in the water is dangerous and should be avoided at all cost. While this isn’t entirely correct, it is true that cottonmouth snakes, which spend much of their time in the water, are highly venomous. That said, most water snakes are completely harmless; so, how can you … Read more
Tuataras are fascinating and adorable reptiles. If you’ve ever seen a picture or video of one, you probably wanted to know more about it. What is a tuatara exactly? Where does it live? More specifically, what biome does the tuatara live in? Keep reading! In this article, we’ll answer all of these questions and more. … Read more
Rattlesnakes can be frightening creatures–their venom can cause serious neurologic symptoms and even death. And yet, the patterns on their back are intriguing–some might even say beautiful. So, perhaps you found a recently-dead rattlesnake, or you found their shed skins in your yard; is there a way to preserve some of its beauty? What if … Read more
You’ve probably heard of king cobras and komodo dragons–they’re some of the most dangerous reptiles in the world. Perhaps you’re wondering about their similarities and differences, or you’d like to know which one would win if they had to fight each other. Keep reading! In this article, we’ll compare and contrast the komodo dragon vs. … Read more
You’ve probably heard of iguanas and bearded dragons. If you’ve ever seen pictures of them, you probably thought they look pretty similar. So, what are the differences and similarities between them? Which type of lizard makes a better pet? Keep reading! In this article, we’ll compare and contrast the iguana vs. the bearded dragon. What … Read more
If you live in the southeastern United States, you may have heard that both cottonmouths and copperheads live in your area. But what are these snakes, exactly? Are they the same thing, or two different species of snake? And should you be worried about encountering them? In this article, we’ll compare the cottonmouth vs. the … Read more
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