While the vast majority of Texas' snakes are completely harmless, about 15% are venomous, including rattlesnakes, ...

Although there are more than 100 snake species and subspecies in Texas, there are only four groups of venomous ... lakes and rivers, are usually dark brown, olive green or black, with wide, dark bands ...

Remember, you’re more likely to get bitten while attempting to kill a snake than if you simply ... are usually dark brown, olive green or black, with wide, dark bands along their bodies.