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Northern Cottonmouth

Agkistrodon piscivorus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Reptilia ›Order: Squamata ›Family: Viperidae ›Genus: Agkistrodon

About

Agkistrodon piscivorus is a venomous snake, a species of pit viper in the subfamily Crotalinae of the family Viperidae. The species is endemic to the southeastern United States. As an adult, it is large and capable of delivering a painful and potentially fatal bite. When threatened, it may respond by coiling its body and displaying its fangs. Although its aggression has been exaggerated, individuals may bite when feeling threatened or being handled in any way. This...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Northern Cottonmouth?
The scientific name of Northern Cottonmouth is Agkistrodon piscivorus.
What kingdom does Northern Cottonmouth belong to?
Northern Cottonmouth belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Northern Cottonmouth belong to?
Northern Cottonmouth belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Northern Cottonmouth belong to?
Northern Cottonmouth belongs to the class Reptilia.
What order does Northern Cottonmouth belong to?
Northern Cottonmouth belongs to the order Squamata.
What family does Northern Cottonmouth belong to?
Northern Cottonmouth belongs to the family Viperidae.
What genus does Northern Cottonmouth belong to?
Northern Cottonmouth belongs to the genus Agkistrodon.