Blind snakes, often mistaken for earthworms, are small, burrowing reptiles with unique adaptations for underground life. They ...

Snakes can be encountered at any time of year in Mississippi, but spring through fall is a more active time of year for them. More than 50 snake species can be found in the state, so if you spend time ...

Corrections and clarifications: This story has been updated to refer to 'venomous' snakes, which inject via a bite or sting. If you live in the central or eastern United States, you might see more ...

As spring temperatures begin to rise, Alabama’s wildlife—including snakes—become more active. This time of year, outdoor enthusiasts and homeowners alike are cautious, in fear of encountering a ...

Officials are warning residents after recent sightings of the venomous northern copperhead snake in Hunterdon and Somerset counties, saying the public should avoid contact with them. The Watchung ...

And throughout the country, most habitats have more snakes present in early fall than at any other time of the year, even spring. The explanation is a simple one — most North American snakes are born ...

Cottonmouth snakes, also known as water moccasins, are another of our state’s six venomous snake species. They’re cousins to copperheads, a venomous snake frequently seen throughout the Triangle.

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is looking for participants to help identify a specific species of snake for research. The volunteers would help identify ...