Iowa, If You Smell Cucumbers In Your Garage, Get Out Now

Happy Spring 2025!  Here is a fun fact for you... allegedly some animals can smell like cucumbers under extreme circumstances. While Bats and Birds usually go to the attic, other more dangerous animals sometimes find themselves in or around the garage.

While many animals will seek shelter from this colder weather, some are actually deadly, and are important to avoid. Besides visual ques, you can also usually noticed a strange smell. According to the state.com, highly venomous snakes like rattlesnakes and copperheads smell like this vegetable. Seeing as though you can find both in Iowa it's a good idea to keep your eyes or nose open for these little guys who may be in your garage, or home.

If you do notice one of these snakes it should be noted that many are poisonous snakes and they are rapid strikers that you can’t dodge. It is best to let a professional handle them. Here are the snakes you might find in Iowa seeking shelter.

Venomous Snakes In Iowa

• Timber Rattlesnake
• Prairie Rattlesnake
• Copperhead
• Eastern Massasauga:

iowapoison.org went on to state,

As the weather warms up and we head outdoors to enjoy Iowa's beautiful landscapes, it's essential to be aware of the potential for encounters with venomous snakes. While most snakes like the garter and bullsnake are harmless, Iowa is home to four species of venomous snakes: the prairie rattlesnake, timber rattlesnake, copperhead and massasauga.

You may have also gotten a bit close to where the snakes live. Their dens really smell like cucumbers as well, so again if you're not next to a salad and you smell cucumber, you may be next to a snake. Stay safe Iowa.