Snakes are out

[fireflyr]

Almost ran over this guy this morning. I think he had just munched a ground squirrel so he wasn't much interested in me.







After he exited stage right I finished my ride. I look closer at sticks and branches on the trail now.

 

[LDowney]

Similar encounters with vipers this spring and reminders of caution on Georgia cycling trails/routes too.
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[Godwin]

Not unusual to see snake activity along trails this time of year as the weather is becoming warmer. The trail edges present a nice transitional zone where the snakes can bask and elevate their body temperature yet remain near the habitats they normally occupy.

 

[Land Shark]

Seeing snakes on the trail for us is very common here in Central VA. Mostly black snakes but Copper heads too. LAst Thursday had to hop one that was crossing the trial as I came around the corner. Man I haate snakes! Have not been bitten but I should through a snake bitye kit in the Camel back just in case.

 

[Mr. Toad]

 

[TLC76]

Not a great pic but this guy was ready to bite: