How Do I Identify a Snake in Florida

Rough looking ‘keeled’ scales (also some non-venomous snakes).Dark facial band from eye to the corner of the jaw. ( all species EXCEPT Copperheads — but also some non-venomous snakes)

How can you tell if a snake is poisonous in Florida?

1. Rough looking ‘keeled’ scales (also some non-venomous snakes).
2. Dark facial band from eye to the corner of the jaw. ( all species EXCEPT Copperheads — but also some non-venomous snakes)

How do you tell if a snake is poisonous or not?

Venomous snakes have distinct heads. While non-venomous snakes have a rounded head, venomous snakes have a more triangular-shaped head. The shape of a venomous snake’s head may deter predators. However, some non-venomous snakes can mimic the triangular shape of non-venomous snakes by flattening their heads.