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Definition of florida cottonmouth
florida cottonmouth
Plural:Florida cottonmouths
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American A venomous, semiaquatic pit viper species (Agkistrodon conanti) native to the southeastern United States, primarily found in Florida and southern Georgia, characterized by the stark white coloration inside its mouth displayed when threatened.
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"While hiking near the Everglades wetlands, the guide warned us to watch our step and avoid the Florida cottonmouth resting near the water's edge."
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Florida cottonmouth. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/florida%20cottonmouth