Garter snakes are harmless, very common and beneficially feed on slugs, leeches, large insects and small rodents in North American gardens.

If you see a horned snake, you'll understand how it got its name: They have unique "horns" near their eyes. These venomous snakes live in deserts and other dry environments, and their adaptations ...

In desert areas, rattlesnakes are common. Knowing which venomous snakes live in your area makes it easier and safer to identify them. Some Bites Are “Dry,” But Don’t Take the Risk ...

From the archive:This story originally published in The Desert Sun in February 2016. “You don’t need to worry about rattlesnakes in winter. They’re all hibernating,” we were told by the ...

Deserts are home to various snake species that have adapted to survive extreme conditions, from the highly venomous Inland Taipan in Australia to the colorful and non-venomous Thornscrub Hook-Nose ...

At Telopea Downs in western Victoria, farmers are working alongside zoologists to identify and preserve a small rare snake that has been lost to science for more than 30 years.

These venomous snakes live in deserts and other dry environments, and their adaptations help them survive and hunt in harsh conditions. If you see a horned snake, you'll understand how it got its name ...