homeowner may also misjudge what they see.
Therefore, the safest general rule is simple:
If you cannot confidently identify the snake, treat it as potentially venomous and keep your distance.
You do not need to prove that a snake is dangerous before choosing to avoid it.
Why approaching the snake is unnecessary
Snakes generally rely on avoiding danger rather than seeking confrontation with people.
They may remain motionless, retreat into a hiding place, or attempt to move away when they notice human activity.
However, a snake that feels trapped or
