[US] Cottonmouths VS Watersnakes (mander.xyz)

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Harmless watersnakes (Nerodia sp.) are oden mistaken for venomous cottonmouths (Agkistrodon piscivorous/conanti) in the eastern US, even outside of cottonmouth range (the southeastern Atlantic coastal plain). Here is a nice graphic depicting visual differences in their body shape, face, and pattern. Note: this doesn't include all North American watersnakes, but it includes the species more likely to be encountered in the same range.

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Lemmy should have a snake identification community. I am happy to provide identifications where possible. If anyone is good with bot creation, we can incorporate that too. If you're interested in moderating, let me know.

The icon features a timber rattlesnake (Crotalus horridus). The banner features a common watersnake (Nerodia sipedon).

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Posts must include location (State/Department and Country at minimum)
Replies must include common (if applicable) and scientific name
Be polite and courteous to others
For North American tricolored snakes, do not parrot the rhyme (IYKYK)
Dead snakes are allowed. Encouraging snake deaths is not.

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