When A Woman Talking To Her Neighbor In The Yard Looks Down She Notices A Dangerous Creature Blending In

The Rominger family like to spend time in their yard gardening, visiting with the neighbors, and taking in the Texas sunlight. Even the snakes are welcome to share their space with them since they have grown to know and respect the variety of wildlife that enjoys congregating in their garden.

I’ve come across copperheads, coral snakes, rat snakes, beautiful tiny rough earth, ribbon and garter snakes, buttermilk racers, as well as my all-time favorite, the eastern hognose snake, while gardening or just enjoying the yard, Rominger told The Dodo. “We also notice a lot of lizards, skinks, and geckos.”

One day, Rominger was hanging out in her yard, barefoot and relaxed, chatting with her neighbor from across the street. She was outside for 10 minutes or so, and as she waved and said goodbye to her neighbor, she turned around and suddenly realized she wasn’t alone.

Hiding in the leaves, just a few feet away from her bare feet, was a copperhead snake.

Copperheads are venomous, so while it’s good to be cautious around them, this one was incredibly calm and relaxed. He seemed to be just listening to his neighbors’ conversation and enjoying the day, and after a few more minutes, he slithered away to a more secluded spot under a nearby shrub.

Rominger managed to take a picture of the sly snake before he departed, but he was unaware of how well-camouflaged it was.

The majority of visitors were surprised by how nicely the copperhead matched the live oak leaves, according to Rominger. “It’s a fantastic illustration of a creature that has mastered the art of camouflage.”

Rominger truly didn’t mind the snake being there, despite the fact that his appearance first frightened her. She would never intentionally damage any animals and invites them all into her yard. After all, they also reside there.

“We don’t mind the snakes being in the yard,” Rominger said. “They usually move along on their own or with a little encouragement from the garden hose. While it’s always a bit shocking to find one so close to you, they are a very important part of the ecosystem and keep it balanced.”