What lives in the water in North East and Central Texas?
Question I am considering moving to the North Eastern or central section of Texas and would like to know what lives in the water there, fresh water and salt water (Gulf). I am considering lake property. I would appreciate any information on snakes, insects, gaiters, eels etc. Answer The North Eastern and central areas of Texas are located in two different ecoregions and have flora and fauna that are unique to their area. An excellent resource for information on the various ecoregions can be found at the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department. There are several species of water snakes commonly found in Texas waterways. Most of the species are nonvenomous and are considered beneficial. The only poisonous “water” snake is the cottonmouth water moccasin. While this snake can be dangerous, encounters normally end peaceably with both parties going their own separate ways. Alligators are more common in the coastal areas and are rarely found very far inland. Texas has an abundant and diverse wildli
