It’s copperhead birthing season in Oklahoma, and state officials are warning residents to watch out for baby snakes in the grass.
As KOCO reports, September is the time of the year when copperheads are born. Mother copperheads tend to give birth to as many as 10 children little snakes. So, if you come across a tiny copperhead, be aware that there are likely more nearby. And officials warn that those babies are born with venom and ready to defend themselves.
In a statement, Oklahoma wildlife officials noted that copperhead “babies will keep the greenish/yellow tips on their tails for about a year. These snakes are not generally aggressive but will bite if you are unfortunate enough to touch or step on one.”
Residents should always look first before reaching beneath a bush or behind a flowerpot.