Charlotte has rattlesnakes. How to identify them & keep out of your yard
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Warmer weather brings rattlesnakes out of hiding across North Carolina, including wooded areas in and around Charlotte.
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Here’s what experts say residents should know about identifying the snakes, avoiding bites and what to do if one shows up in the yard:
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