Venomous Snakes Found on Property
Don't wait. Venomous snakes require immediate professional response.
Discovering a venomous snake on your property — in the yard, near the house, or inside — is a genuine emergency. Florida's venomous species are dangerous, and the risk of a bite increases dramatically when people attempt to handle or kill the snake themselves. Call us immediately.
Florida's Venomous Species in Northeast Florida
Northeast Florida is home to four venomous snake species you're likely to encounter: the Florida Cottonmouth (Water Moccasin), the Dusky Pygmy Rattlesnake, the Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake, and the Eastern Coral Snake. The cottonmouth and pygmy rattlesnake are the most commonly encountered. The Eastern Diamondback is the largest and most dangerous. The coral snake, while rarely seen, carries potent neurotoxic venom.
Identifying a Venomous Snake
Reliable field identification requires training. Common myths — triangular head, vertical pupils, thick body — apply to some venomous species but not all, and some non-venomous species share these features. The safest rule: if you're not certain it's harmless, treat it as venomous and call us. The cottonmouth's distinctive white mouth lining (displayed as a warning) is the most reliable field ID for that species. Rattlesnakes are identified by their rattle — but not all rattlesnakes rattle before striking.
What to Do Right Now
Keep all people and pets away from the snake. Do not attempt to handle, trap, or kill it. Keep the snake in sight if you can do so safely from a distance — knowing its location when we arrive speeds up removal significantly. If the snake is inside your home, close the door to the room it's in and place a towel at the base of the door. Call us immediately — we respond to venomous snake calls 24 hours a day.
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