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Biking and Slithering

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Low humidity and a temperature in the 60s made it a perfect morning to be out, be you snake or bicyclist. This guy crossed the bike path in front of me.  Look closely and  you will see a copperhead snake,  Agkistrodon contortrix. Very good camaflauge, I have know a few people bitten by them over the years, it is pretty easy to come in very close proximity with a creature blending so well with their environment.  If you didn't spot him yet, look straight above and slightly to the right from the green clump of grass, about 2 -3 inches of body from under the leaves and grass with the head sharply to the left.   And, watch your step!