A venomous cottonmouth is giving people the willies on social media, after a video recorded by an Alabama biologist showed ...

While many species are harmless and generally avoid humans, knowing their habitats can help lessen the shock of an unexpected encounter.

Learn why the eastern diamondback rattlesnake is considered the deadliest snake in the U.S. and what to do if you're ever ...

The cottonmouth, also known as the water moccasin, is a venomous snake found throughout Florida. There are more than 40 species of snakes that are native to Florida, but only six of them are venomous.

Don’t be afraid: of all of the snake species in Alabama, only six are venomous. Three of those six venomous species are ...

As summer brings more time outdoors and by the water, it’s important to know that not every snake you spot is a danger.

A hiss or a rattle- during the summers you should be on the lookout for all such kinds of sounds. From the bushes or under ...

VENOMOUS / NORTHERN COTTONMOUTH -- The name "cottonmouth" is derived from the snake's habit of opening its mouth in a defensive posture when it feels threatened. Other names for this snake are ...

Thanks to its humidity, the Cotton State is home to plenty of snakes. Discover the most dangerous snakes in Alabama.

We live in one of the most idyllic neighborhoods in Arkansas. Tall forests surround us on all sides. Rolling hills follow ...

Tennessee is home to a rich diversity of wildlife, including several species of snakes. While most of the state's snake species are harmless and play important ...