Southern Copperhead (Agkistrodon contortrix contortrix)
- HM 318986
Country:
United States of America
United States of America
State:
Georgia
Georgia
County:
Fayette
Fayette
Age:
Adult
Adult
Deceased:
no
no
Notes:
Called to report of Copperhead in back yard. Upon arrival, found adult Copperhead against the wall of house. Snake was captured and transported to protected area. Exam revealed unusual deviation in both pits at mouth, more pronounced on left side. small contusion to Left dorsal aspect approx 2 cm distal of venom gland. no other signs of injury or illness.25" in length, 6.0 oz weight. Eyes clear and no signs of pre-shed, followed movement with each eye. Snake was released without incident.
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