If you dare to get close enough to a snake to wish to determine if it is venomous or not- I highly advise against it- or if you happen to cross paths with a serpent and you must know, there are a couple ways to determine whether it will harm you or not.

Almost all venomous snakes have an eye that resembles a cat's - oblong with peaked ends.

Most non-venomous snakes have round pupils. There is an exception- the Coral snake, a very poisonous snake in the United States, has round pupils.

The abdominal side of the tail is covered with non bifurcated scales in poisonous snakes:

If viewed from above, the divide between the head and the neck is distinct

As always Steemians, Be Safe! Never get near a snake unless you are 100% positive you know what it is! And if attacked, better safe than sorry and seek medical attention immediately!

Be well my friends :)

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