Venomous or not: Can you identify these Texas snakes? By Heather Leighton, Fernando Ramirez, Houston Chronicle Oct 18, 2017. The biggest deterrence against venomous snake bites is knowledge.

Roberts, a McLewis volunteer firefighter, was cleaning up his yard earlier this month, ...

It's time for locals to relish the May flowers, but sometimes slithering snakes can interrupt the enjoyment of the outdoors. While the most dangerous snakes like copperheads and water moccasins ...

There are four venomous snakes in the State of Texas: Copperheads, Cottonmouths (Water Moccasins), Rattlesnakes and Coral Snakes.

Snakes are common in nearly all outdoor environments and typically would much rather be left alone than defend themselves ...

Seven venomous snakes call Louisiana home, including coral snakes, cottonmouths, rattlesnakes and copperheads. According to ...

How to identify common Texas snakes and why not to be afraid of most. To stream KHOU 11 on your phone, you need the KHOU 11 app. Download the KHOU 11 app. More Videos. Next up in 5.

Although there are more than 100 snake species and subspecies in Texas, there are only four groups of venomous snakes. If you can safely identify them, you have a better chance of avoiding bites.

The Texas rat snake is among the many harmless snakes that can be found throughout the state. Know what to do if you come across one. The summer season is here — and so are the snakes.

How to ID SE Texas' venomous snakes. By Michelle Heath Updated July 2, 2014 12:16 p.m. ... Head shape and color can also help identify if a snake is venomous.

Remember, you’re more likely to get bitten while attempting to kill a snake than if you simply leave it alone. In fact, you’re five times as likely to die from a lightning strike as from a ...