Snakes play a vital role in our ecosystem. They control rodent and pest populations, serve as food for birds of prey and other animals, and help maintain the balance of nature. Understanding them is the first step to appreciating them!
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Only 3 out of 30+ species in Virginia are venomous
All 3 venomous species are pit vipers with a heat-sensing pit between their eye and nostril
Even if you can identify a snake, leave it alone and let it go on its way!