If you're planning to overhaul your yardscaping, think long and hard about the type of plants you go for... they may just bring in some unwanted outdoor animals.

Encountering a garden snake is often a sign of a healthy ecosystem, with many species being harmless and beneficial pest ...

These snakes are the fastest in Ohio, very aggressive and have a painful bite. ODNR shares facts in viral Facebook post about ...

Every homeowner will deal with underground critters at some point. Eliminating them means identifying them first.

A Miami resident got a classic South Florida jump scare this week when they opened their backyard shed to find a pot-bellied Burmese python had snuck inside, according to Miami-Dade Fire Rescue (MDFR) ...

Remember when backyard fun was carefree and simple? Those days are changing fast. Modern regulations, safety concerns, and neighborhood policies have transformed many classic outdoor activities into ...

A hiker died after being bitten by a rattlesnake in Savage Gulf State Park in Tennessee. The hiker reportedly picked up the snake, which was likely a timber rattlesnake. The hiker died after being ...

Copperhead snakes peak in late summer as juveniles disperse to find shelter. Eastern black kingsnakes prey on venomous snakes and resist their toxins. Kingsnake presence may reduce copperhead ...

A python slithering in the grass - Melissa Ross/Getty Images Seeing a snake in the yard is unsettling, despite their beneficial role in the environment, which includes effective rodent control. While ...

Killing a snake on public land in South Carolina is illegal and carries a potential fine or jail time. While it's legal to kill a snake on private property, it's discouraged due to the risk of bites; ...