Cottonmouth snakes are venomous reptiles found in the southeastern US. They are known for their white mouth lining.

Doctors said the bite was likely a venomous adult water moccasin and suspected it was a “dry bite,” meaning that the snake had not injected any venom. “She was a very lucky girl,” said ...

While cottonmouths play an important role in their ecosystems, they are also a serious threat due to their potent venom. The cottonmouth, also known as the water moccasin, is named for the white ...

Populating most of the Southeast, the cottonmouth gets its name from the white color inside its mouth, although a Native American legend on how the snake got its name and venom is more lyrical. The ...