Snakes (Serpentes) live almost everywhere on Earth, except the polar regions, which are too cold for these cold-blooded animals. Snakes live in deserts and forests, whether these environments are ...

In much of the eastern United States, it’s not uncommon to spot a snake slithering through the leaves, crossing a trail, or hiding near your shed. But knowing whether that snake is venomous or ...

ZIONSVILLE, Ind. — Michele Modglin caught a photo of a large snake while hiking along a local parks’ trail. She shared her photo of the black rat snake with Zionsville Parks. The parks department said ...