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Originally Posted by Bandit
(1) they are relatively common in the hobby and easy to obtain, (2) while they are venomous and getting bit would certainly be a bad experience, it's a lot better than many other hots, (3) they are relatively laid back, and (4) they usually are pretty easy to keep in captivity.
As far as selling the venom...I'll let other members chime in. However, I believe it's not as easy as just milking it and selling it.
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Another reason to add on to this is, the copperhead snake is the most common venomous snake bite hospitals in the U.S. have to deal with. So if you live in copperhead territory, chances are they have antivenin, or can get it there quickly.
As far as milking venomous snakes, Bandit is right, your going to have to find a facility willing to take venom in.
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