BEWARE: It’s Prime Season For This Poisonous Animal In Texas

The weather changing is something we're all aware of in Texas.

While sometimes it doesn't feel like it, the Lone Star State does have seasons. Spring, Fall, Summer, and Winter of course. Some of us definitely look forward to a specific one as well.

But as the seasons change, certain animals will leave or make their way back to the Texas. Yes, many of us look forward to when an animal won't be in the state for a little bit. But we must be ready for when they return.

For a certain snake in the Lone Star State, fall is the time they re-emerge. Should you avoid this slithery creature? The answer is yes, as it is venomous.

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It's The Perfect Season For This Poisonous Snake In Texas

According to the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, the snake making it's presence known in Texas is none other than the Copperhead. It's not just one however, as three different types can be identified in the Lone Star State. They are the Southern Copperhead, Broad Banded Copperhead, and Trans-Pecos Copperhead, per the Star-Telegram.

The good news about Copperheads? While the bite may be poisonous, they rarely result in death, according to Texas Parks and Wildlife.. But, you should still avoid getting bit by one.

The color of a copperhead is reddish-brown, as reported by the Star-Telegram. There are multiple symptoms of being bit by a snake, which you can read about here from Texas Health and Human Services.

Be smart and safe Texas!