According to Encyclopædia Britannica, most snake species are non-venomous; over 70% of the 3,700+ known snake species fall ...

There are multiple black snake species, and some of these go after rodents and other critters for food, while others will bite humans if handled.

In much of the eastern United States, it’s not uncommon to spot a snake slithering through the leaves, crossing a trail, or hiding near your shed. But knowing whether that snake is venomous or ...

Tennessee has a variety of lakes perfect for a paddle or a swim, but if you're squeamish around snakes, these are some lakes ...

Rat snakes and rough green snakes can climb trees, fences and walls, often to find food. Venomous copperheads rarely climb due to their heavy, thick bodies. Snakes climb more easily on textured ...

While often overlooked, non-venomous snakes pose risks beyond their bite. Large constrictors can accidentally cause harm ...

Q. In a recent column you said bushmasters are the largest pit vipers in the world. I was told pit vipers have vertical pupils, which is one way to determine if a snake is venomous. However, you ...

Here’s a sight you won’t soon forget: you’re walking down a path when you see a massive snake zoom past your feet and slither its way up a tree! That’s exactly what I saw along the Virginia and West ...

In Texas, wildlife is common — but snakes are one animal most don’t want to encounter. According to Texas Parks and Wildlife, snakes are present in all 254 counties in Texas. It is not unlikely to run ...

There are no venomous snakes that call Rhode Island home, but the bad news for people with ophidiophobia is there are snakes in Rhode Island that can grow to 8 feet long. There are 12 snakes native to ...