Exact statistics on the number of people bitten by water moccasins (also known as cottonmouths) each year are not consistently recorded. However, it is estimated that there are a few hundred venomous snake bites in the United States annually, with water moccasins being a contributing factor, particularly in the southeastern regions where they are commonly found. Most bites occur when people inadvertently step on or provoke the snake. Fortunately, fatalities from these bites are rare due to effective medical treatment.
The water moccasin's scientific name is Agkistrodon piscivorus
Water moccasin venom isn't a cure for HIV.
Shoes or water snake, it's moccasin.
No, water moccasin is a common noun. It is a general word for a type of snake.
No, the cottonmouth or water moccasin is a very common venomous snake of the south, found near water.
Water moccasin is another common name for a cottonmouth snake.
Water Moccasin by JZ
The water moccasin received its name due to its behavior of swimming in water and its resemblance to moccasin shoes. The term "moccasin" refers to a type of shoe, which reflects the snake's habit of being frequently found in aquatic environments.
they get their food out of water
It is a poisonous snake.
It can be deadly
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