RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — Because it’s getting hotter, you could need to watch your step. You might even see extra copperheads slithering quickly.
N.C. Snake Catcher Talena Chavis says she has gotten some latest texts and cellphone calls about doable sightings of copperheads, however there was nothing official but. “We’re kind of at a brace for influence as soon as copperhead season opens. It tends to hit like a tsunami,” stated Chavis.
Chavis says final yr was a giant one. “We caught two copperheads in March, and we caught ten in April. It doubled for Could and continued to develop,” she stated.
Consultants like Talena are anticipating the identical for 2024. “This yr we’re considering it’s most likely going to be sort of heavy as a result of there are some cicada blooms and so they do eat cicadas,” stated Chavis.
So, you could be questioning how one can defend your self. She recommends you to be vigilant when strolling outdoors. “The primary factor you are able to do is to put on boots and look the place you place your palms,” she stated.
She says one unsuitable motion might land you in hassle. “Don’t put your palms the place you may’t see them and don’t be on a tool placing your palms someplace and looking out the opposite approach,” she stated.
Chavis recommends you search medical consideration instantly in case you’re bitten by a copperhead. She says it may be very painful, however not deadly.
You possibly can attain NC Snake Catcher by calling or texting 919-867-0173.