The venomous Cottonmouth snake, also known as the "water moccasin," can be found in West Tennessee, according to TWRA. TWRA describes this species as large and heavy-bodied, growing up to 42 ...

hence the name "water moccasin." The timber rattlesnake is the largest and most dangerous snake in Tennessee and also lives primarily in wooded forests. According to the Tennessee Wildlife ...

This well-known snake accounts for roughly 30% of all snake bites in the U.S., making it one of Tennessee’s most infamous venomous species. With that being said, these are the counties where the ...