copperhead

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The North American copperhead, Agkistrodon contortrix, a type of pit viper.

From National Geographic • Jul. 25, 2023

It wasn't long before she had her own run-ins with the slithering creatures—including a bite she received from a copperhead while doing yardwork.

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

Jude’s temper flared just a bit as he looked at this friend of his wife’s, this slight woman, not exactly plain, but not fine either, with a copperhead over her eye.

From "Sula" by Toni Morrison