Snakes don’t actually dig their own holes—but that doesn’t mean they can’t still take up shop in holes already made by something else.

Snakes may be able to form channels in soft dirt, but due to their anatomy, they are not able to dig holes. However, that doesn’t mean that they never live in them.

In addition to its appearance, there's some key evidence you should look for around a hole in your yard to determine whether it belongs to a snake or squirrel.

While snakes can’t technically dig their own protective holes, they will inhabit holes in the ground that are already there – often old nests created by voles or moles.

This guide will help you identify what animal might be digging holes in your yard and steps to keep them away. ... veggies, tender plants, and smaller animals (like lizards, frogs, and snakes), ...

Snakes often seek shelter, food, and water near homes, leaving subtle clues before appearing. Shed skin, slither tracks, and ...

The state’s venomous snakes — including copperheads — do not get high off the ground, Owens said. Copperheads — the venomous ...

Snake in a hole in soil (Image credit: Shutterstock) Most garden variety snakes in the U.S. are Garter snakes and Watersnakes at up to 20 inches and 42 inches long respectively.