North Carolina Records Highest Per‑Capita Venomous Snakebites, Study Finds

A 2026 PlayCasino analysis found North Carolina has the nation’s highest per‑capita estimate of venomous snakebites (about 18.79 incidents per 100,000 people, roughly 856 bites per year). Texas has the most bites overall, but NC ranks highest after population adjustment. Copperheads are the most common NC venomous snakes, with timber rattlesnakes in the west and various coastal species nearby. The piece also provides bite guidance—call 911 or NC Poison Control, calmly move to safety, remove tight items, wash and dress the bite, and avoid tourniquets or attempting venom extraction.