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How to identify the snake in my attic? Is it venomous or safe?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

There was a snake in our attic is there a way I can submit a photo and y’all can tell me what kind it is, if it’s poisonous or not.

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Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Published on April 12th, 2018

If you can see the pupils clearly and safely, then you can determine if it is a danger. Most non-venomous snakes have round pupils. Venomous snakes have slits (think of the dragon, Smaug, from The Hobbit movies). If you are unsure, keep your distance and contact Animal Control. The image is blurry and dark, which makes identification difficult.

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    Answered By Jessica Keay, DVM

    Veterinarian

    Published on

    Unfortunately this photo is a bit blurry and not a close view but from this image my suspicion is that this could be a juveline black rat snake, which is not a venomous snake. I am attaching a link with some information on identifying venomous snakes http://ufwildlife.ifas.ufl.edu/venomous_snake_identification.shtml If you feel this snake is in an area where it could pose a threat to your family and you aren't certain of its identification I would consider calling a pest exterminator.

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