Beware Of Extra Copperheads Out Snacking On Cicadas In Pennsylvania This Spring
By Beth Price-Williams|Published April 09, 2021
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Beth Price-Williams
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A professional writer for more than two decades, Beth has lived in nearly a dozen states – from Missouri and Virginia to Connecticut and Vermont – and Toronto, Canada. In addition to traveling extensively in the U.S. and the U.K., she has a BA in Journalism from Point Park University (PA), a MA in Holocaust & Genocide Studies from Stockton University (NJ), and a Master of Professional Writing from Chatham University (PA). A writer and editor for Only In Your State since 2016, Beth grew up in and currently lives outside of Pittsburgh and when she’s not writing or hanging out with her bunnies, budgies, and chinchilla, she and her daughter are out chasing waterfalls.
Spring just might be extra busy in Pennsylvania this year, especially for the wildlife around us. With the emergence of the Brood X cicadas in Pennsylvania, the state will also likely see an increase in copperheads slithering about. Next time you’re exploring outdoors, don’t be too surprised if you come across a copperhead snacking on cicadas.
Have you seen copperheads or cicadas in Pennsylvania yet this spring? Or how about a copperhead snacking cicadas? Share your experience in the comments! Spring also means the return of the timberhead rattlesnakes, so watch your step when you’re outdoors exploring Pennsylvania.
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