Missouri – Snakes

Despite Missouri’s lush forests and murky swamps, it’s a mystery why the CDC would dub large reptiles as the state’s top animal menace. No known colossal reptiles roam these lands! Could they be alluding to the slithering serpents that abound, particularly in the state’s southern region? It’s a curious case indeed, one that adds a dash of intrigue to Missouri’s wildlife narrative.

In the wild expanses of this state, you’ll discover a trio of serpents that are as fascinating as they are fearsome. The rattlesnake, with its bone-chilling rattle, the copperhead, with its strikingly hued skin; and the cottonmouth, also known as the water moccasin, with its aquatic agility. Each one of these slithering inhabitants possesses a bite that’s not just venomous but potentially deadly, adding a thrilling edge to their natural allure.