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 ...

Whether one is walking on a park trail or hiking in the woods, it’s exciting to see a snake in the wild. It could be a small one slithering through a pile of leaves on its way back to its hole. Or ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Cottonmouth snakes, also known as water moccasins, are another of our state’s six venomous snake species. They’re cousins to ...

FRANKLIN, La. — While there are more than 40 species of snakes native to Louisiana, only six are dangerous and only four are found in the Acadiana area. Guest speaker David L. Martin, who has 50 years ...

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 ...

Copperhead snakes take the prize for being one of the most encountered venomous snakes in the United States. Those who live in the eastern portion of the U.S. know the species well, likely coming ...

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 ...

Gardeners curious—or cautious—about snakes commonly found in Georgia will have a chance to learn from a certified wildlife ...

Spending the summer outdoors means running into a variety of crawling and slithering creatures, whether it's at the lake, on the forest floor or wrapped around your front porch light. While running ...

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.

World Snake Day is July 16, but at The Clarion-Ledger, we're having Snake Week. After all, sharks have their own week, so why not snakes? From July 15-19, The Clarion-Ledger will publish a ...