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The eastern copperhead is a venomous snake native to eastern North America. It has distinctive hourglass-shaped markings and a broad head, and is often encountered by humans in woodlands and swamps.
Agkistrodon laticinctus, also known as the broad-banded copperhead, is a venomous pit viper species in the central United States. Learn about its description, behavior, venom, geographic range, and common names from this Wikipedia article.
Agkistrodon is a genus of snakes commonly known as American moccasins, with eight species native to North and Central America. They have broad heads, short fangs, and crossbanded patterns, and can produce potent venom that affects blood coagulation.
Copperhead snakes are generally about 3 feet in length as adults, with a light brown base color and contrasting dark brown, hourglass-shaped pattern. Young snakes often have yellow tail tips.
On social media sites, seemingly every snake in every photo is identified as a venomous copperhead. Talena Chavis, owner of Cary-based NC Snake Catcher , understands the mistake.
Venomous snakes, such as the rattlesnake, can and do climb trees — but it isn't commonly observed. More: Texas is home to 4 venomous snake groups. Here's what to look out for when you see one
Florida cottonmouth (Agkistrodon conanti) is a venomous snake endemic to the United States, where it occurs in southern Georgia and the Florida peninsula. It is similar to the northern cottonmouth (Agkistrodon piscivorus) but has dark vertical lines on the snout and lacks dorsal bands in adults.
Science & Tech. Shopping. Sports. Weather. If a copperhead snake bites your dog in SC, follow these tips to save the pup. Patrick McCreless. July 9, 2024 at 6:00 AM.