Or, at least they are usually black in Texas.

I have found that very few water snakes are actually venomous. Cottonmouths are the only water snake I've found with an attitude. Most snakes just want to go somewhere else in a hurry.


It's not about the fish. It's about the pond. Take care of the pond and the fish will be fine. PB subscriber since before it was in color.

Without a sense of urgency, Nothing ever gets done.

Boy, if I say "sic em", you'd better look for something to bite. Sam Shelley Rancher and Farmer Muleshoe Texas 1892-1985 RIP