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What is the life span of the water moccasin?
A member of the pit viper family an adult western water moccasins average 30 inches in length however some have been documented reaching as much as 54 inches from tail to nose. A few eastern species have been reported to be 72 inches long.
How did the water moccasin get its name?
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.
What is the other common name for a Cottonmouth?
Water moccasin is another common name for a cottonmouth snake.
How many baby snakes does a water moccasin have?
A water moccasin, which is the only poisonous semi-aquatic North American snake, gives birth to between 1 and 15 live baby moccasins, which are lighter in color than their mother. They are more similar in color to a copperhead than the adult moccasin.
What is a predator of the water moccasin snake?
The most common predators of the water moccasin are: foxes, hawks, shrews, and skunks.
How long can the water moccasin snake get in inches?
71"
Do water moccasin live in Vermont?
No...its way too cold for them to survive.
What is a water moccasin snakes scientific name?
The water moccasin's scientific name is Agkistrodon piscivorus
Is a Copperhead snake same as water moccasin?
No. Copperheads and water moccasins are two different species, though they are closely related. The copperhead is Agkistrodon contortrix. The water moccasin is Agkistrodon piscivorus.
How many babies can a water moccasin have?
1-16 live young with the possibility of as many as 20
What is the life span of the water moccasin?
A member of the pit viper family an adult western water moccasins average 30 inches in length however some have been documented reaching as much as 54 inches from tail to nose. A few eastern species have been reported to be 72 inches long.
Is water moccasin venom the cure for HIV?
Water moccasin venom isn't a cure for HIV.
How do you spell the word moccasin?
Shoes or water snake, it's moccasin.
Is water moccasin a proper noun?
No, water moccasin is a common noun. It is a general word for a type of snake.
Is the water moccasin in extinct?
No, the cottonmouth or water moccasin is a very common venomous snake of the south, found near water.
How did the water moccasin get its name?
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.
What is the other common name for a Cottonmouth?
Water moccasin is another common name for a cottonmouth snake.
