What is the risk of encountering an aggressive water moccasin while fishing on a barge?
My guess is that your chances of being struck by lightning or of being attacked by a crazed drug addict are higher. Hollywood has made poisonous reptiles and alligators out to be far more menacing than they are in real life. Water moccasins are usually aggressive only in the spring , during mating season. During that time they can be terratorial and may challenge you if you are in or near the water. Most of the time, they are shy and avoid contact with us and slither away if given the chance. If you are going to be in snake habitat, take time to learn their habits and you’ll have no problems with them. A little knowlege and common sense goes a long way when dealing with these or any other wild animal.
