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Copperhead venom is considered mild compared to other North American venomous snakes, and fatalities from copperhead bites are exceedingly rare.

Here are some top tips for avoiding North Carolina wildlife hazards (like alligators, jellyfish, rattlesnakes and copperhead snakes) and staying safe outdoors.

Common venomous snakes in the U.S. include rattlesnakes, copperhead snakes, water moccasins and coral snakes, according to the CDC.

Wildlife expert says that although its bites are venomous, a copperhead is not going to attack you unless you step on or near it.

Common venomous snakes in the U.S. include rattlesnakes, copperhead snakes, water moccasins and coral snakes, according to the CDC.

Common venomous snakes in the U.S. include rattlesnakes, copperhead snakes, water moccasins and coral snakes, according to the CDC.