Post on 14-Dec-2015
Some kinds of snakes can be found in the
freshwaters of lakes, rivers, and streams
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These freshwater snakes go into water to hide from enemies and to
catch fish to eat
But most of the freshwater snakes come out of the water often
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They spend much of their time on the branches of trees near the water, warming themselves in the sun
The bite of most freshwater snakes is nonpoisonous
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However, bites from any animal can lead to an infection
One kind of freshwater snake is the northern water snake
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Its body has red-brown bands or spots on a yellow background
Like other freshwater snakes, the northern water snake gives birth to live
young in the water
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Right after they are born, the young snakes do not get any care from their
parents
The cottonmouth is a very poisonous snake that lives in the southern United
States (and Missouri)
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Cottonmouths are found around swamps, marshes, and other wet places
For this reason, cottonmouths are thought of as freshwater snakes
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Remember: They are also known as water moccasins
A cottonmouth has long, sharp teeth called fangs
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When a cottonmouth bites, venom goes through its fangs
A cottonmouth feeds on frogs, fish, and other vertebrates
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A bite from a cottonmouth is dangerous and can kill a person
The young of cottonmouths are born live
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They are reddish brown, with brown bands with white edges