Unlike Ohio's three venomous snakes, it's one of the most widespread ... because of its color and pattern variations, according to ODNR. However, the cottonmouth doesn't live in Ohio.

Blackbrook Audubon introduces nature enthusiasts to “Venomous Snakes of Ohio” by Doug Wynn at its monthly program meeting at 7 p.m. Jan. 21 at Penitentiary Glen Reservation, 8668 ...