Neal J. Riley is a digital producer for CBS Boston. He has been with WBZ-TV since 2014. His work has appeared in The Boston Globe and The San Francisco Chronicle. Neal is a graduate of Boston ...

Snakes have captivated human imagination for centuries, often depicted as symbols of danger or evil. But much of what people believe about these reptiles is rooted in myth, not science. Despite their ...

Snakes are known for being solitary reptiles, but they do not always hang solo. In colder climates, when winter temperatures set in, snakes seek each other out for warmth. These snake gatherings can ...

Fear of snakes is common, especially in Sri Lanka. However, most snakebites involve non-venomous species. These bites cause minor issues like pain and swelling, not serious threats. Misinformation and ...

COLUMBIA, S.C. — As summer temperatures rise, so does activity for South Carolina’s most common venomous snake: the Southern Copperhead. Wildlife experts say August is peak season for sightings, and ...

You're hiking down a trail. It's a trail not only through lush forests, but over mountains, too. A journey into a wonderous land whose flora and fauna are plentiful. There's a signpost up ahead: ...

Did you know that Vermont only has one venomous snakes species? Out of the 11 snake species that live in Vermont, the Timber Rattlesnake is the only one that is venomous, having a triangle-shaped head ...

Florida is home to 46 native snake species, four invasive species, and six categories of venomous snakes. Venomous snakes like cottonmouths and various rattlesnakes are found in and around many of ...