As the weather warms and residents flock to trails and parks, so do Central Virginia’s most common venomous snakes — copperheads. Sightings and interactions are on the rise, prompting w… ...

Duke and UNC experts share ways to treat venomous copperhead bites. Find out when antivenom is needed and how much it costs, and when to seek medical care.

Duke and UNC experts share ways to treat venomous copperhead bites. Find out when antivenom is needed and how much it costs, and when to seek medical care.

Duke and UNC experts share ways to treat venomous copperhead bites. Find out when antivenom is needed and how much it costs, and when to seek medical care.

Copperhead snakes, common in North America, are being sighted in South Carolina. While copperheads are venomous, their bites are rarely fatal, and they typically only strike when threatened ...

North Carolina's copperhead snakes are active much of the year, with experts advising residents to watch for their distinctive hourglass markings and yellow-tipped tails on juveniles. Bites often ...

The copperhead is one of the most commonly encountered venomous snakes in the U.S.—but it’s often misunderstood. Learn about its habitat, bite risk, behavior, and why it’s not as aggressive ...

Venomous copperheads have harmless lookalikes in South Carolina. Here’s how you can tell the difference between the different SC snakes.

Venomous copperheads have harmless lookalikes in South Carolina. Here’s how you can tell the difference between the different SC snakes.