ATCEMS says it's peak snake season in Central Texas, so here are some things to know about the venomous snakes in our area.
that most venomous snakes in Central Texas are pit vipers, such as copperheads, cottonmouths or water moccasins, and rattlesnakes. These are called pit vipers because they have a pit near each nostril which is highly sensitive to heat and helps the snake in locating warm-blooded prey. The
The Western Diamondback Rattlesnake or Texas Diamondback is a venomous snake found in the southwestern U.S. and northern Mexico. Texas coral snakes are found throughout most of the state except the panhandle and Trans-Pecos, says Texas A&M Agrilife. They are usually found in forested habitats, including wooded suburbs.
Be aware that snakes may be in/around water, tall grass, fallen logs, outcroppings, hiding under debris or other objects or in animal burrowsSnakes will usually escape or retreat if given the opportunityNever handle a venomous snake, not even a dead one or its decapitated headTexas Parks & Wildlife says that snakes will usually avoid people, but will definitely bite if stepped on or if they feel trapped.
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