Copperhead snakes have been making daytime appearances Web Staff July 24, 2014 1 minute read Copperhead snakes are typically nocturnal – but several have been spotted out and about during the day around Roanoke. Snake expert Jason Regel says it’s because female snakes are looking for a nesting area. WFIR’s Kelsea Pieters explains: Share: Post navigation Previous: New poll reveals how Virginians feel about medicaid expansionNext: Clay Goodman calling it quits as Roanoke County administrator Related Stories Fork in the Market changes hands as longtime manager becomes owner Ian Price June 2, 2026 Roanoke Residential Fire and Explosion Determined to be Intentionally Set Web Staff June 1, 2026 Roanoke City councilman shares thoughts on current zoning code as discussions continue Web Staff June 1, 2026