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 ...

There are dozens of species of snakes in the Triad, but which are friends and which are foes? An environmental specialist ...

Snakes are elegant and cute, and don't go looking for humans to troll. Let's protect them from all the stupid things we do.

Some herpetologists consider kinking a response to feeling threatened. Others have reported it occurring without apparent ...

Not all snakes are dangerous, but it’s important to know which species you might encounter while swimming in these lakes and ...

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 ...