10 States with Most Snake Bites in America

2. Oklahoma

Oklahoma’s rate of snake bites per million is 383.2. Out of 46 species native to Oklahoma, only seven pose a threat to humans. These include: Southern Copperhead, Western Cottonmouth, Timber Rattlesnake, Prairie Rattlesnake, Western Diamondback Rattlesnake, Western Massasauga and Western Pigmy Rattlesnake. Learning to recognize venomous snakes can save your life and life of your family member if you happen to meet one of these venomous snakes. Once again, the best thing you can do is walk away and be at a safe distance from the snake, non-venomous or venomous.

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