Garter snakes can survive being frozen solid for hours. Here’s how evolution, biochemistry and behavior have allowed them to ...

The cottonmouth, or water moccasin, is often regarded as one of the most dangerous snakes in the southern United States.

Snakes may not be known for wagging tails or greeting their owners at the door, but some species are thought to be ...

GAINESVILLE, Fla. – Boasting more than 80 distinct ecosystems, Florida is a biodiversity hot spot. More than 4,000 animal species, in fact, are native to the Sunshine State. As the weather continues ...

As these reptiles emerge from brumation — a state similar to hibernation in mammals — the chances of encountering them increase. However, understanding snake behaviors and basic safety tips can help ...

The gorgeous little western hognose snake in the clip is doing something strange to a blanket. Using its nose, it looks like it is attempting to root or burrow into the soft fabric. What is this ...

A decision is made to rehome multiple snakes, creating immediate logistical and safety challenges. This video focuses on the moments when handling, transport, and stress raise the risk of defensive ...

Ophidiophobia (the phobia of snakes) is one of the more common phobias psychologists treat today. Some researchers posit that this is an evolutionary response and that humans are wary of snakes ...

Snakes have adapted to nearly every continent on Earth, thriving in a range of habitats, from steaming rainforests to arid ...

First published in 1992, “An Introduction to Snakes of the Region of North Carolina and Virginia," has been revised with ...