It’s a warm, sunny Florida day and you’re sitting by the pool when you notice a … But snakes aren’t all bad. Do you see SNAKES in your yard? Still, if you don't want snakes in your house or on your property, and judging from the number of phone calls I receive regarding snake problems, you don't, then give me or a local snake expert in your area a call, and we can remove the snakes from your property for you. How frequently do you guys see snakes in residential areas in Fort Lauderdale and Florida in general?Do people ever get bitten because I can't stand snakes? Venomous snakes are often confused with their non-venomous cousins. With all of the above in mind, here are the 6 most dangerous snakes in Florida. Most states don't allow king cobras as pets. My brothers and their families recently stayed in a villa in Orlando and a snake was spotted under their sofa.. My brother used the pool net to dispose of it. Florida has 44 native varieties, and only six of them are venomous, so the great majority of snakes you might see are non-venomous, even if capable of inflicting a painful bite. The only effective treatment for a venomous snake bite is to receive antivenin. In the southern area of North America is mostly where these snakes are found. Well, I read about this online, that I forgot what year it was um maybe two years ago, snakes RATTLE SNAKES near the ORLANDO AIRPORT, ugh!!! Even in those that do, city and county statutes often prohibit venomous snakes. By: Stefani Harrison. Has this ever happened to you? Some of the information we have about these snakes may surprise you. It'll get old but for now it's really exciting when it happens. I just moved here 4 months ago and see Alligators peak their heads up maybe once a month from the lake. Florida is home to more than 44 native snake species, and only six are venomous. Facts about Snakes in Florida What do you know about snakes in Florida? Over time, they have adopted many scientific names such as Natrix Sipedon Fasciata, Tropidonotous Fasciatus, and Coluber Fasciatus. These snakes … Never saw any snakes in Marco last year but snapped an 8 foot alligator in the everglades!. They're an important part of the ecosystem, and often persecuted. Pet Laws. Types of Florida water snakes. If you do receive a bite from a venomous snake, for whatever reason, seek medical attention as quickly as possible. Florida has 44 native varieties, and only six of them are venomous, so the great majority of snakes you might see are non-venomous, even if capable of inflicting a painful bite. Snakes and You on National Serpent Day. Some snakes can be a benefit to your home, your garden, even your business, because they eat slugs, beetles, rodents, and even other snakes. And even venomous snakes do plenty of good, most importantly eating rats and mice, helping to prevent the spread of rodent-borne diseases. Banded Water Snake: The banded water snake also known as the Nerodia Fasciata Fasciata is one of the types of snakes that you rarely see. I shouldnt imagine you'll see any snakes unless you … so rattle snakes are well you know, and I read this online at the Daytona online JOURNAL NEWS that this lady worked very late at a hotel, she had and has to have the Security Guards to walk her to her car, well … How often do you see alligators? In some states, such as Florida, you may legally own a king cobra if you have an annual permit. I love Fort Lauderdale but I've a phobia for snakes yet I might need to be there more frequently for business purposes.