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A western diamondback rattlesnake lies coiled on the ground. A Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service specialist has warned Texans to be alert for snakes during warm weather. FILE PHOTO
During the summer months, the odds of seeing a snake while working or playing outdoors increase.
Although many dread an interaction with the slithery reptiles, humans don’t have to be afraid of snake sightings, said Dr. Maureen Frank, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service wildlife specialist.
“When you encounter a snake, it’s best to just leave it alone,” Frank said. “Most bites occur when a…