by Akash

Florida's 6 Venomous Snakes: What You Need to Know 

Eastern diamondback rattlesnake: The largest venomous snake in Florida, it can grow up to 6 feet long and has a distinctive diamond-shaped pattern on its back.

Timber rattlesnake: Found in the northern part of Florida, it is slightly smaller than the eastern diamondback rattlesnake and has a similar diamond-shaped pattern.

Pygmy rattlesnake: The smallest venomous snake in Florida, it grows to only about 18 inches long and has a black and white banded pattern.

Copperhead: Found throughout Florida, it is a medium-sized snake with a reddish-brown body and hourglass-shaped markings on its back.

Florida cottonmouth: Also known as the water moccasin, it is found in and around water throughout Florida. It has a dark brown or black body with a white belly.

Eastern coral snake: The only venomous snake in Florida with red, black, and yellow bands, it is found in the southern part of the state. It is a small snake, only growing to about 2 feet long.

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