Watching a copperhead snake creep its way into the yard might just be the stuff of nightmares for some people. Those who are fearful may want to run away and scream, arms flailing in the air. Others ...

Many people have an innate fear of snakes. This fear is an evolutionary one that kept people from being harmed long ago. However, today, these creatures get a bad rap even from those who have never ...

Spotting a snake slithering near your home can be a scary surprise. Your first instinct might be to grab a shovel, but wait. Before acting, it's essential to know whether you're legally allowed to ...

On July 9, residents of Attleboro got a scare when a snake reported to have bitten two dogs was mistaken for a rare venomous copperhead. State wildlife officials later correctly identified the snake ...

025 mg/kg subcutaneous in mice, making it the most potent venom of any snake in the world. Here's something that might surprise you: one bite's worth of venom is enough to kill 100 fully grown men.

It is illegal to kill snakes in Tennessee unless they pose an immediate threat to humans or livestock. Arkansas law also protects snakes, listing them as a "species of concern" due to declining ...

Most snakes in Alabama aren't protected by law, but a few species are off-limits. The state protects some, and others are federally protected. Without a scientific collection permit or written ...

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; ...