Anyone near Onalaska, Texas? - experts Forum at VenomousReptiles.org

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by Chris_Harper on May 20, 2006	Mail this to a friend!
I've been corresponding with an individual there who has found numerous copperheads in his yard, with the photos to prove it. CH

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by David_Eakin on May 21, 2006	Mail this to a friend!
I'm not too far away, about an hour. Copperheads here are not rare. I caught mine (newborn) in my front yard last year. I'm sure if I wanted I could go out in my yard tomorrow and catch an adult or two. Last year alone I caught the Copper, a hognose, a 3' ribbon snake, and a young Texas Rat snake....all in my yard. I released everything but the Copperhead because it was during the drought and he was dying from lack of water. Doing good now though.

RE: Anyone near Onalaska, Texas?	Reply
by Frawgg on May 22, 2006	Mail this to a friend!
My girlfriend/wife's parents live in Willis, Texas which is not very far from Onalaska. We go to her parents house about two times a month so I have a fair amont of herpin' time in that area. From what I've observed over the years, Copperheads are THE most ubiquitious snake species, venomous or non-venomous in this area. As I've said before, I'm amazed ay SHHS members infatuation with Copperheads. Are they really that hard to find over there on the East Coast? Over here, they are a dime a dozen. I would have to say that your contact is NOT blowing smoke up your a..

RE: Anyone near Onalaska, Texas?	Reply
by Chris_Harper on May 22, 2006	Mail this to a friend!
This individual was complaining about so many being in his yard. I think it's taken care of now. CH

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