[Thamnophis]

I agree with the things Stefan says.
It is only common sense (instict) to have some fear for animals that can hurt us.
When you learn to recognise a snake in the wild you can get rid of he fear.
Let's be honest. If you walk in the wild and suddenly there is a Black Mamba in front of you... believe me you get scared.
But prejudice kills a lot of snakes, not fear. I think...