I’ve written more than a dozen stories about venomous copperhead snakes during my time at The News & Observer, learning about them from experts and trying my best to accurately inform others about ...

If you’re outdoorsy you might encounter a copperhead, South Carolina’s most common venomous snake, this summer. If you find yourself staring down one of these reptiles, here’s what you should know.

Where do you find copperhead snakes in the United States? Although they’re common snakes, they don’t live everywhere. Here’s a comprehensive list of the copperhead population by state. This map ...