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Snakebites: First aid
Content
Caution
Venomous snakes in North America
Overview
When to seek emergency help
Symptoms
Treatment
What to avoid
Caution
Venomous snakes in North America
Overview
When to seek emergency help
Symptoms
Treatment
What to avoid
Venomous snakes in North America
Most venomous snakes in North America have eyes like slits and are known as pit vipers. Their heads are triangular and they have fangs. One exception is the coral snake, which has a rounded head and round pupils. Nonvenomous snakes typically have rounded heads, round pupils and no fangs.
