West Virginia is home to two primary venomous snakes: the Eastern Timber Rattlesnake and the Northern Copperhead. The Eastern Timber Rattlesnake is recognizable by its distinctive rattle and can be found in mountainous areas, while the Northern Copperhead has a coppery-brown color with darker hourglass patterns. Both species are generally reclusive and prefer to avoid human interaction. Encounters are rare, but caution is advised in their habitats.
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