There are a total of six venomous snakes in Arkansas. With fall approaching, it’s a good idea to become familiar with these snakes and avoid them whenever possible. Read on for descriptions of the venomous snakes of Arkansas. Venomous Snakes of Arkansas – Copperhead The Copperhead is probably the most well known of the venomous ...
Missouri has 44 species and subspecies of snakes, and of these 85% fall into the “harmless” category. That is to say, they are not venomous. In fact, Missouri only has five species of venomous snakes, all of which belong to the family of snakes known as “pit vipers” due to the heat-sensitive pits above their ...
Red Rock Biologics produces a poisonous snake bite vaccine for dogs. The poisonous snake bite vaccine is specific for Western Diamondback rattlesnake bites. It also confers protection against Western Rattlesnake bites and the bites of Sidewinders, Timber Rattlesnakes, Massasaugas and Copperheads. The vaccine for venomous snakes confers partial protection against Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake bites. Poisonous ...
Venomous snakes receive a much worse rap than they deserve. Contrary to what Hollywood would have us believe, venomous snakes are not going to hunt us down and try and kill us. Venomous snakes are actually quite particular in what they choose to strike. It takes a venomous snake about one week to replenish its ...
To many individuals, Jesse James is a legend of the Old West. Movies have been made about his life and exploits. A museum is located in Missouri and his home is a famous Missouri landmark. Recently, I read an article in an old western magazine about a group called the “Knights of the Golden Circle”. ...
The Smoky Mountains in North Carolina and Tennessee are a very popular destination for people either driving through or planning a more lengthy stay. It is one of the best places in America to experience nature and enjoy that wonderful sense of solitude and freedom. Hiking in the Smoky Mountains is one such way to ...
Everyone has heard the stories: larger than life snakes rising from the deep recessed shadows, snatching a human into its clutches only to slowly digest him or her live. Have you heard a story similar to this? This is a sample of one of many myths and stories perpetuated-incorrectly-about snakes. This article is to address ...
Welcome to my article about poisonous snakes in Texas, which tells which live there and hopefully how to avoid them. Texas is a huge state with a wide variety of snakes and other wildlife. The correct term would actually be venomous snakes of Texas but since most people say poisonous, that is what I went ...
Many historians debate which of our American Presidents was best. The fact is we have been blessed with very talented men at various times in our history. We have seen great men occupy the office of President. Certainly George Washington, our first President was a man of integrity and honor. He set the standard our ...
Southern Illinois is known for the Shawnee National Forest and for the variety of outdoor activities available from fishing and hunting to hiking and water sports. While enjoying outdoor activities it is important to be aware of any venomous creatures of the area. Notice that the comment is be aware of them not run and ...
