As warmer weather settles in across San Diego County, rattlesnakes are becoming more active—and more visible. But with that seasonal return comes a mix of fear and misinformation. Are rattlesnakes as ...

Scientists undertook the first comprehensive assessment of how often snakes eat their own, uncovering reports of the behavior ...

If you come across a rattlesnake in Michigan, it’s an eastern massasauga (Sistrurus catenatus), the only venomous snake in ...

The United States is home to an incredible diversity of snakes, thanks to its wide range of climates and ecosystems. From ...

Scientists now understand snake cannibalism is a common survival strategy. Previously thought rare, new research reveals it ...

Rattlesnakes are common throughout many areas of the U.S., particularly the Southwest. Only 4 out of 50 states are completely rattlesnake free. Rattlesnakes are an iconic part of the American ...

Some rattlesnake species are protected in Arizona and harming them carries hefty fines. A hunting license is required to kill or collect most rattlesnake species. It's illegal to kill certain species.