During spring and summer, snakes in Missouri become more active due to the warmer temperatures and increased daylight. The state is home to nearly 50 species of snakes, with only six being venomous.

The Northern water snake can be found living and swimming along the banks of the Mississippi River. It uses its long body to ...

Rattlesnakes are emerging from winter dens. Here are some of the most widely held misconceptions of one of the most common venomous snakes in the U.S.

As summer weather approaches, snakes are beginning to make their presence known.Officials with the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat ...

About 20 Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission officer trainees took part in a daylong effort in Clearfield County on ...

The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission is keeping a close eye on a “baby boom” while taking every safety precaution. Wildlife officers and trainees conducted a timber ...

While the vast majority of Texas' snakes are completely harmless, about 15% are venomous, including rattlesnakes, ...

If you see something sliding across your yard, don’t get rattled - call the experts so that you can stay safe.

Of the 44 species of snake that are native to Florida, six are venomous. Here's a guide to identifying them and the harmless ...

If you're hiking in the Smokies this season, keep an eye (and an ear) out for snakes, particularly these venomous ones.

The most common snake found in New Jersey is the Eastern Garter snake, which is non-venomous, according to a recent article ...