There has been an increase in snake spottings in residential areas since the flooding. These snakes have been displaced due to rising waters, or are in search of food, such as rodents and insects, that have moved to higher ground. Unfortunately, this may mean that the chances of running into a copperhead have noticeably increased. According to Kelly Norrid, an Urban Biologist at the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, notes that most snake sightings do not involve venomous snakes. However, Norrid advises residents to better know what the three main venomous snakes in the region look like. The big three are Southern Copperheads, Western Cottonmouths, and Texas Coral Snakes. According to Norrid, Western Cottonmouths tend to stay closer to the water, and Coral snakes are very reclusive. Chances are, the increase in venomous snake sightings is due to copperheads. Residents are advised to be careful when handling snakes. If you do not know whether a snake is dangerous or not, call Animal Control. Also keep in mind that most snake bites occur when the person is "getting close" in order to kill the animal. Read More:http://www.yourhoustonnews.com/humble/news/recent-floods-bring-more-snakes-to-residential-areas/article_8eacbda7-0f3b-54c9-b033-e6fa75454c1a.html
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