What states does the cotton mouth live in?

The cottonmouth, also known as the water moccasin, is primarily found in the southeastern United States. Its range includes states such as Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, Texas, and parts of the Carolinas and Tennessee. They inhabit freshwater habitats like swamps, marshes, and rivers, often near vegetation. Cottonmouths are known for their distinctive defensive behavior and venomous bite.