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North Carolina is home to 37 species of snakes, several of which are venomous.
A recent list from WorldAtlas named the Black River as one of the most snake-filled bodies of water in the state.
The cottonmouth, also known as the water moccasin, is a common venomous snake found in and around the Black River.
North Carolina is home to 37 species of snakes, according to the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission, and the Wilmington area is no exception.
This includes several dangerous species of snakes, such as the cottonmouth, copperhead and coral snake, that can be found in Southeastern North Carolina.
Snakes play a vital role in the ecosystem, helping to control rodent populations, which in turns helps prevent crop destruction and the spread of disease.
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