When we think about snakes, we automatically assume that they all have scales. After all, scales enable the snake to move ...

Another favorite of northern water snakes is Jersey’s largest freshwater lake. While the lake’s popularity as a recreation ...

As temperatures increase, you may see more snakes in the area. We went to the Reed Creek Nature Center to learn what you need ...

Many creatures have imprinted on our hearts — and even a city sidewalk — for making their homes near ours. Here’s a look back at some of Chicago’s well-loved animals.

The ‘H Is for Hawk’ author relishes the island’s temples, tea estates and curries — but most of all its breathtaking wildlife ...

The king cobra, a venomous giant from Southeast Asia, clashes with the eastern indigo snake, North America's ... reptiles survive in their respective habitats through either deadly accuracy ...

The corn snake is among the most common nonvenomous snake species mistaken for the copperhead, according to Clemson Cooperative Extension. While they lack flat, wide heads and hourglass patterns ...

If you're hosting a summer barbecue, grilling up a warm-weather meal, or simply enjoying some farm-fresh produce for dinner, chances are good you've put corn on the cob on your menu. Fresh summer ...

The vast agricultural landscape of the U.S. Midwest, known as the Corn Belt, acts as a barrier for migrating landbirds, ...

Corn Belt agricultural landscape acts as migration barrier, forcing songbirds to fly faster and seek tailwinds.

Copperhead, cottonmouth and timber rattler are names synonymous with danger, but let's talk about the over 50 species of ...