SnakesWiki is an educational resource. Please read this disclaimer before relying on any information on the site.
1. Not medical advice
Information about venom, bites and first aid is general and may not apply to your situation. It is never a substitute for professional medical care.
2. Identification
Snakes vary widely in color and pattern, and many harmless species mimic venomous ones. Never handle a snake based on an identification from this website. Treat any unidentified snake as potentially dangerous and keep a safe distance.
3. Accuracy
We research carefully and cite our sources, but science changes and errors happen. Species counts, ranges and conservation statuses are estimates. Report errors to corrections@snakeswiki.com.
4. Maps and observation data
Range maps show community observations from iNaturalist. They show where a species has been recorded, not every place it lives, and sensitive locations may be obscured.
5. Pet snakes and wildlife law
Laws on keeping, relocating or killing snakes vary by state and country, and some species are protected. Check with your state wildlife agency before acting.
6. External links
Links to other websites are provided for convenience. We do not control or endorse their content.