Between mountain lions, rattlesnakes and bears, there are plenty of animals in Idaho that you may be legitimately afraid of.

For many, the sound of a rattlesnake’s rattle sparks fear. But in Sweetwater, it draws people from all over the country to ...

Utah has long been thought of as a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. It features a wide range of natural features, from soaring mountain peaks (two dozen of which rise to more than 13,000 feet) to ...

As the weather gets warmer, snakes will begin to appear. In Louisiana, there are seven venomous snake species. What they are ...

Join the excitement at the Sweetwater Rattlesnake Roundup, a vibrant four-day event in Texas celebrating its rattlesnake ...

A new study has measured the stress levels of rattlesnakes and found something quite strange when more than one of them are captured together. Republicans try to go it alone on government funding ...

Rattlesnakes are among the most iconic reptiles of North America. Known for their distinctive warning sound created by their rattles, these creatures evoke a mixture of fear and fascination. Yet, ...

I am! That’s why every time I travel somewhere, I try to find out which snakes to look out for. The United States is home to 36 indigenous rattlesnakes, the giant venomous snakes in the US. If you’re ...

Known as one of the most venomous rattlesnakes, the timber rattlesnake isn’t one you’d want to encounter. This snake has solenoglyphous fangs and high venom yields. Timber rattlesnakes have venom that ...

Rivers across the United States are home to over 50 species of snakes, both venomous and harmless. These reptiles thrive in the rich ecosystems provided by rivers such as the Mississippi, Colorado ...

However, snakes tend to disappear from sight when the temperature drops. Rattlesnakes are most active from April to October, according to the U.S. Forest Service. “Rattlesnakes are sensitive to ...