Quote Originally Posted by wolfpacksved View Post
Man. I'd love to see some timbers over a milk any day. I'd have my digital camera and be going ape taking pics. I hunt for milks in timber territory and have only come across one timber to the dozens of milks. Just being aware that timbers are there is usually enough to keep you safe. The majority of people getting bit are the ones who molest the snakes. If you don't want to risk it, i sure will. If there are timbers then there are probably copperheads too. You're lucky. Here's a timber and copperhead I found crossing a road while road hunting for milks.
Don't misunderstand me, I would love to see more timbers and some copperheads! My concern is that I won't see them and then get bit because of it.

That copperhead is gorgeous! I should post some of my timbersnake photos for you to see. I was fortunate enought to see a dark and light phase together on the same rock-wall.

Could you give me some tips on finding milksnakes? I see your photos are at night, is that the best time to search? I've done most of my searching at mid-day and dusk, but have come up empty-handed. When you do find the most success?

Where do you find milksnakes? I've searched under tin-sheets by abandoned buildings, rock-walls, and some creek-side areas renowned for their milksnake populations. I've heard they are often found on roadsides, does this correspond with your experiences?