Copperhead in the Okra

While working in the okra bed this afternoon I uncovered a young copperhead in the mulch.  It had the typical pattern of a copperhead, but the tip of his tail was bright yellow-green!  Rouse did away with him, a mere five minutes before our out-of-town guests pulled into the driveway.  Probably best NOT to have a copperhead as part of the welcoming committee!