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Comparison of Copperhead and Cottonmouth

Kenneth Krysko photo.

Copperhead: The dark bands on side have no dark spots in them.

Kenneth Krysko photo.

Cottonmouth: The dark bands on side have dark spots in them.

 

Kenneth Krysko photo.

Copperhead: No dark band extends through the eye.

Kenneth Krysko photo.

Cottonmouth: Broad dark band on the cheek runs through the eye.

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