Figure 8From: Fire Effects on Wildlife in the Central Hardwoods and Appalachian Regions, USAIf hibernacula occur on the site, burning during the early growing season is more likely to have a direct effect on several snake species than burning during the dormant season before they emerge. However, burning during the early growing season does not necessarily mean snakes are going to die. This timber rattlesnake was observed immediately post burning in early April.Back to article page