No, it’s not a snake but a type of plant. Rattlesnake Plantain (a.k.a. Goodyera pubescens), is a type of orchid native to North America. I see them quite often when I’m hiking in the Uwharries. ~MB
Photographic Notes:
Nikon D90 with 18-200 mm VR 3.5-5.6 lens. All images © Matt Bennett Photography.
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