
Some snakes are deadly. In America, a wide range of dangerous snakes have a knack for entering residential areas. Many homeowners have reported frightening encounters with them. Behold, the most dangerous snakes that habitually sneak into American homes.
Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake

The largest rattlesnake in America, the Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake, can be found in the Southeast region. Don’t let its striking allure distract you, because its poison is fatal. These rattlesnakes prefer to lay in ambush, so they are a sneaky threat in yards and gardens.
Copperhead Snake

The Copperhead is one of America’s most dominant deadly snakes. With mottled colors, it can become almost invisible. Being bitten by a Copperhead can result in painful swelling and aches. Copperheads prefer wood and near-domestic environments.
Cottonmouth (Water Moccasin)

The Cottonmouth, a semi-aquatic species, can become deadly when threatened. Cottonmouths can become easily detected as they reveal their white mouth when threatened. With one bite, they can cause tissue loss that can be lethal.
Timber Rattlesnake

The Timber Rattlesnake can be found in wooded areas in most parts of the Eastern U.S. When threatened, it warns you with its rattle. Its poison is deadly and its bite is painful and will cause swelling. It generally keeps its distance from humans.
Coral Snakes

The Coral snake is a deadly but small species. Its bite can become toxic when not treated immeditaley. The snake has a striking skin of red, yellow, and black. This secretive species prefers not to reveal itself, and therefore is a seldom but deadly visitor in residential environments.
Western Diamondback Rattlesnake

The Western Diamondback is a rattlesnake native to the southwest U.S. With its diamond markings, it blends in well with its environment. The snake is a not an attacking species, but one that will defend itself when threatened, delivering a painful bite that will require immediate medical attention.
Black Mamba

Not an America native, but know for its deadly presence, is the Black Mamba. Its venom takes seconds to work, and can cause lung failure in a matter of hours if untreated.
Eastern Brown Snake

Native to Australia, the Eastern Brown Snake is responsible for more deaths in the country than any other species. Highly venomous and toxic, it is a deadly force in American residentials areas.
Philippine Cobra

The Philippine Cobra has deadly neurotoxins. Its bite can cause lung failure in one minute. Extreme caution must be taken when dealing with this cobra.
Saw-scaled Viper

The Saw-scaled Viper is small but deadly. It is responsible for over a thousand deaths a year it total. It is found in the Middle East, India, Sri Lanka, and the dry regions of Africa. When threatened, it rubs sections of its body together to produce a “sizzling” warning sound. So that funny sound coming from your garden may just be a Saw-scaled Viper…
Avoiding Snake Encounters

If you’re an American who wants to prevent encounters with such deadly species, here’s what to do. Seal any gaps in your home and educate your family and neighbors about these snakes and their characteristics. With awareness and preparation, many dangers caused by these dangerous reptile species can be avoided.
Conclusion: Honoring Nature’s Creatures

While many species of snakes can be dangerous, they serve important roles in our ecosystem. They pray on pests like insects and rodents. By understanding their behavior and not encroaching upon their habitat, humans can peacefully coexist with these mysterious animals.
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