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We have found several snakes, about 18 to 24 inches long in our yard. They are brownish. The other day I found two of them in my pool skimmer basket; one swimming and one had its head off, apparently by the other one?
Could these be a type of moccasin or another poisonous snake?
Regards, Cecil
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RE: Large Snakes in Swimming Pool
You didn't say where you live. That might make a difference in the type of snake. Contact animal control next time you see a live snake and they will come and get it. In most states, that is what they do. They can also help you to know what type snake it is. Meanwhile, look up snakes in your area on the internet. It's quite simple.
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RE: Large Snakes in Swimming Pool
Go to your local hardware store and get Snake Away. Its just sulfer. We put in all around our house. When snakes slide across it, it will burn their belly's and turn the other way. You have to replace it, after it rains. Good Luck !!
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RE: Large Snakes in Swimming Pool
If the snake is dead and you can examine it, look at the scales on the underside (belly) of the snake. If the scales on the underside of the tail go all the way across in a single row , it is a poisonous snake. If they are divided down the center, it is a nonpoisonous snake. Also most poisonous snakes in the U.S. are pit vipers and have a triangular shaped head. One exception is the coral snake found in the deep south. Look up Poisonous snakes on the internet, and you will find pictures that may help you to identify the ones you are finding in your pool. Harlean from Arkansas
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RE: Large Snakes in Swimming Pool
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Post By Linda (Guest Post)
(09/01/2004)
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Contact local animal control and find out which snakes are indigenous to your area and what they look like, and if these are poisonous, how to proceed.
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