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After looking at the picture. It looks to be a Copperhead.
Agkistrodon contortrix-- Copperhead
TX--
Venow is hemotoxic.
Same as for a Rattler but from what I have read there have been no documented deaths from a copperhead bite. The bite will be very painful and cause severe swelling.
The PT will have to be EVAC'd as soon as possible to an appropriate medical facility.
Tissue necrosis and infection seems to be the big factor with a copperhead envenomation.
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