Cottonmouth snakes are venomous reptiles found in the southeastern US. They are known for their white mouth lining.

the cottonmouth, and the copperhead. And they're pretty easy to avoid. Don't reach into places you can't see. Don't pick up rocks or wood. If you see a snake, walk away. Don't try to get a closer ...

Chief among them was the notorious and venomous cottonmouth snake ... lots of pain around the bite mark. Thankfully, there is an antivenin. If you are bitten, seek immediate medical attention, as is ...

Their bite is dangerous but rarely fatal. Antivenin is available. Hurricane Florence in 2018 highlighted the risk of encountering these snakes after flooding. The cottonmouth snake, also known as ...