Agkistrodon | Contortrix

The ( Agkistrodon contortrix ) is a medium-sized, heavy-bodied pit viper native to North America. Highly regarded for its striking camouflage, it is one of the most common and widespread venomous snakes in the eastern and central United States. Appearance & Identification

: It features a pale tan to reddish-brown body with dark, hourglass-shaped crossbands. These bands are wide on the sides and narrow along the spine, often resembling "Hershey's Kisses" from the side. agkistrodon contortrix

: Young copperheads are grayer than adults and possess a bright yellow or green tail tip used as a lure (caudal luring) to attract insects or frogs. Behavior & Habitat The ( Agkistrodon contortrix ) is a medium-sized,

: The head is broad, triangular, and distinct from the neck, typically a solid "copper" or rich brown color. These bands are wide on the sides and

: Like all pit vipers, they possess heat-sensing pits located between each eye and nostril to track warm-blooded prey.