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. When you’re frightened ...

A copperhead in the grass at Hayden Cavender ‘s shop in the Little River community on Monday, July 18, 2016. Cavender of The Snake Chaser said copperheads are usually the snakes that bite dogs in the ...

Copperhead snake sightings are on the rise in Virginia, meaning residents need to be extra vigilant in staying safe around the species. Copperheads are one of three venomous snake species living in ...

Fall’s chill is gently rolling in, and some of us are recovering our scarves and coats from storage. As the jackets come out, are the snakes staying in? We’re especially interested in learning about ...

Copperheads and kingsnakes both inhabit much of the eastern and central United States, but their habitats may be the only thing they have in common. If you’ve ever wondered how to tell these snakes ...

Idalia may have left a slithery surprise in your yard. Idalia blasted parts of South Carolina with heavy rains and strong winds on Wednesday. And while that’s clearly bad for South Carolinians, it’s ...

As summer nears, venomous copperheads in South Carolina will be out in full force, but more less-dangerous lookalikes will be too. Do you know their differences? Having such knowledge could help you ...

Venomous copperheads slither around South Carolina every summer, but many more less-threatening lookalikes do as well. Could you tell the difference? Having that knowledge may better help you avoid ...

Copperhead snakes peak in late summer as juveniles disperse to find shelter. Eastern black kingsnakes prey on venomous snakes and resist their toxins. Kingsnake presence may reduce copperhead ...

Everything to know about copperhead snakes and other venomous snakes — how to identify them, how to avoid them, what to do if you (or your pet) are bitten, and more. Fall’s chill is gently rolling in, ...