copperhead

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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention note that outdoor workers who step on or near a copperhead are most likely to be bitten.

From National Geographic • Jul. 25, 2023

Of these snakes, two were venomous—one copperhead and one cottonmouth.

From Scientific American • Sep. 18, 2022

One venomous snake is exceptionally well-hidden in our yards and gardens: the copperhead.

From Washington Post • May 31, 2022

Lewis rushed Winnie to a nearby animal hospital, which confirmed his suspicion and treated the canine for a copperhead bite.

From Fox News • Sep. 25, 2018

He stands in front of Dill and lifts the copperhead off himself.

From "The Serpent King" by Jeff Zentner