Snake Safety Across Different U.S. Habitats

Inside this gallery: 12 historical photographs, each with the year, the place, and the story behind the picture.

• U.S. Venomous Snakebite Overview — the past. Each year, between 7,000 and 8,000 people are bitten by venomous snakes in the United States, resulting in about 5 deaths.
• Mountain and Prairie Terrains — the past. Rattlesnakes are found across the United States in habitats such as mountains, prairies, deserts, and beaches.
• Understanding Rattlesnake Behavior — the past. Rattlesnakes are the largest venomous snakes in the United States, and many species live across the country.
• Forested and Rocky Areas — the past. Copperheads are found in Eastern states and as far west as Texas, typically living in forests, rocky areas, swamps, and near water.

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