Black rat snakes are significantly longer than copperheads, often reaching 4 to 6 feet in length. Some even reach lengths of 7 feet, making them one of the longest snakes in North America.

Finding a snake in your backyard can be startling, but not all snakes are creatures to fear. Many species are non-venomous ...

A black rat snake made its way on to the shelves at the Target in Beaver Creek Commons, and it didn't go unnoticed. Experts tell us they are harmless, but it is still shocking.

He had his mouth wide open." Black rat snakes are not venomous and eat large numbers of rodents. They can grow to more than 6 feet in length and are Missouri's longest snake.

“Black snakes eat large quantities of rodents. If you can get over your fears, they’re good to have around your garage or barn to keep the mice at bay,” according to the web site.

University worker Evangeline Cummings recorded this incredible video of an eastern coral snake eating a rat snake while a large wasp attacked (Pictures: Evangeline Cummings/Twitter) If you’re ...