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The cottonmouth (Agkistrodon piscivorus) is a semiaquatic snake of the genus Agkistrodon. These venomous reptiles also often are known by the name water moccasin.. Cottonmouths are large, hefty snakes that usually are deep brown or black in coloration.hey are prevalent especially in the southeastern region of the nation. The geographic scope of these reptiles includes Tennessee, South Carolina, North Carolina, Kentucky, Alabama, Texas, Virginia, Louisiana, Florida, Arkansas and Mississippi.
Appearance: The Cottonmouth is usually larger and heavier. The Cottonmouth is definitely darker-it is more of a brown, and the Copperhead is more of a tan/pink or copper color. Cottonmouths tend to darken and the pattern fades with age, and old Cottonmouths can look almost black, or chalky dark gray.Copperheads tend to maintain their pattern throughout life.he Cottonmouth is definitely darker-it is more of a brown, and the Copperhead is more of a tan/pink or copper color. Cottonmouths tend to darken and the pattern fades with age, and old Cottonmouths can look almost black, or chalky dark gray.