AUSTIN, Texas — Springtime means more people will be outside and likely taking pictures of the stunning Texas bluebonnets.

You can find them in state parks and even on the grassy areas along the highway.

"We want families to take caution," said Sgt. Robbie Barrera with the Texas Highway Patrol.

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Barrera said the beautiful flower can be a distraction. During this season, more drivers may be pulling off the road to snap photos of Texas' flower, making an accident possible.

"People will get distracted when they are driving to see what you are doing and they sometimes will drive the way that they are looking. Give yourself enough space so that you are not causing a distraction," Barrera said. 

Not only do you want to make sure you are checking your surroundings when looking at bluebonnets, you also should be aware of where you are walking because you never know when you might run into a snake.

Todd LaPittus, also known as the "Steiner Snake Guy," found a copperhead snake within five minutes after speaking with us Friday afternoon. 

LaPittus said with the weather like it is, more snakes will be come out to enjoy the weather just like we do.

"They are out looking for food, looking to reproduce. We are looking to play outdoor sports and looking to take photos with our families in the bluebonnets. Be aware," said LaPittus. "The idea is to stir up the area prior to walking, especially when it's long like this."

LaPittus recommends using a stick to scan the ground to check for rattlers, always look on the other side of logs or large rocks for hiding snakes. If you do encounter one, walk away slowly.

Make sure you are always watching young children and educate them on the types of poisonous snakes in the area.